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
My colleague Don Stemen and I then used data from that project to investigate how prosecutors responded to weekly fluctuations in their criminal caseloads.
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Rebecca Dunlea,
The Conversation,
17 June 2026
The fluctuations were concentrated near a boundary where oppositely directed magnetic fields meet — a region where scientists suspect magnetic stress builds up before flares.
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Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
15 June 2026
The Swiss watchmaker typically increases prices at the start of the year and occasionally during the middle of the year, depending on fluctuations in currency exchange rates and material costs.
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Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
15 June 2026
The capsule will be buried 10 feet below ground, safe from temperature fluctuations or storm damage, Berilla said.
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Holly Ramer,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
Before installing tile on patios, terraces, or walkways, verify that the material is rated for exterior use and can withstand exposure to weather and temperature fluctuations.
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Angelika Pokovba,
Martha Stewart,
12 June 2026
Risks of missing meals include blood sugar level fluctuations, low energy, anxiety, weight gain, nutrient gaps, and other health complications.
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Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
11 June 2026
Weather conditions and fluctuations in energy supply mean that power surges are real, and don't just happen to other people.
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Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
11 June 2026
As the patient may have experienced natural fluctuations in her medical condition, the study could not establish that psilocybin directly caused the woman’s improvements.
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Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
9 June 2026
Rebecca Dunlea,
The Conversation,
17 June 2026
The fluctuations were concentrated near a boundary where oppositely directed magnetic fields meet — a region where scientists suspect magnetic stress builds up before flares.
—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
15 June 2026
The Swiss watchmaker typically increases prices at the start of the year and occasionally during the middle of the year, depending on fluctuations in currency exchange rates and material costs.
—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
15 June 2026
The capsule will be buried 10 feet below ground, safe from temperature fluctuations or storm damage, Berilla said.
—
Holly Ramer,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
Before installing tile on patios, terraces, or walkways, verify that the material is rated for exterior use and can withstand exposure to weather and temperature fluctuations.
—
Angelika Pokovba,
Martha Stewart,
12 June 2026
Risks of missing meals include blood sugar level fluctuations, low energy, anxiety, weight gain, nutrient gaps, and other health complications.
—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
11 June 2026
Weather conditions and fluctuations in energy supply mean that power surges are real, and don't just happen to other people.
—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
11 June 2026
As the patient may have experienced natural fluctuations in her medical condition, the study could not establish that psilocybin directly caused the woman’s improvements.
—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
9 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fluctuations
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Scientists do not yet know exactly what causes the oscillations.
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As these frequencies are extremely stable, counting their oscillations provides an exceptionally accurate way to measure time.
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In late March, the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors approved changes to the county’s fireworks ordinance that increased penalties for violations.
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The seating changes will require a full stadium reseating process ahead of the 2027 season, though officials said fewer season-ticket holders are expected to be affected than originally anticipated.
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“Fluctuations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fluctuations. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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