inconstancies

noun

plural of inconstancy
as in fluctuations
the frequent and usually sudden passing from one condition to another the inconstancy of public opinion is such that today's hero may be tomorrow's punching bag

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  1. fluctuations
  2. oscillations
  3. changes
Noun
  • Tools exist to track productivity fluctuations, absenteeism and other performance indicators for clues into employees’ state of mind.
    — Jennifer Lee, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
  • Even following the same recipe twice can yield inconsistent results due to temperature fluctuations throughout the year.
    — Shirl Leigh July 16, New Atlas, 17 July 2026
Definition of fluctuations
Noun
  • Hoell and his colleagues analyzed nearly four decades of El Niño and La Niña oscillations and wildfire burn areas to understand how often the fire season mirrors the climate cycle.
    — Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 22 July 2026
  • Rapid oscillations trigger muscle contractions that can indirectly support lymph movement.
    — Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 30 June 2026
Definition of oscillations
Noun
  • Hiring Epstein as president of baseball operations after the 2011 season led to sweeping changes.
    — Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 19 July 2026
  • In recent years, Morocco has also undertaken deep structural changes that have significantly improved its investment climate.
    — Panorama Media Ltd, Miami Herald, 19 July 2026
Definition of changes
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