fluctuations

plural of fluctuation
as in oscillations
the frequent and usually sudden passing from one condition to another political instability that resulted in wild fluctuations in the overseas stock markets

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Recent Examples of fluctuations Or perhaps the initial rightward bias is so weak (and further weakened by the gene variants) that sometimes chance fluctuations give the left side the upper hand. Quanta Magazine, 13 July 2026 These changes could be caused by a number of factors, the county added, including fluctuations in household income and policy changes affecting eligibility. Laura Horne, Charlotte Observer, 10 July 2026 According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, life expectancy remains well above historical norms, even after recent fluctuations. Meredith Moore, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026 These chronotypes likely come from complex interactions between people’s genetics, hormone fluctuations and environment, which includes aspects such as their work schedules or light exposure. Kate Graham-Shaw, Scientific American, 9 July 2026 Larger ponds are generally more forgiving, as greater water volume helps buffer fluctuations in water chemistry and temperature. Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 9 July 2026 These technologies should reduce stuttering or tearing caused by frame-rate fluctuations. Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 9 July 2026 The metric excludes pricing and foreign exchange fluctuations to reflect demand more accurately. Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 9 July 2026 Often, standard mechanical grid equipment responds too slowly to these rapid fluctuations. Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 6 July 2026
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Noun
  • Rapid oscillations trigger muscle contractions that can indirectly support lymph movement.
    Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 30 June 2026
  • When two black holes collide, their song ripples through the very fabric of existence, creating a thundering chorus of oscillations in spacetime that echo across the universe like the fading gong of a bell.
    Sam Macdonald, Scientific American, 26 June 2026
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  • Athletes should slowly build conditioning when faced with changes in climate such as heat and humidity.
    Nicole Williams, AJC.com, 6 July 2026
  • Under an existing state appropriations restraint, also known as the Gann Limit, lawmakers cannot spend more than an amount determined by a formula that takes annual tax proceeds, changes to the population and cost of living into consideration.
    Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026

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