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as in to bob
to make short up-and-down movements the price of the stock has been seesawing all week

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seesaw

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noun

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Recent Examples of seesaw
Verb
To the 73 million Americans whose financial lives depend on the viability of Social Security, those first months were a seesaw of apprehension and rumor. Eli Hager, ProPublica, 8 Sep. 2025 Usually, these act like a seesaw, one rising while the other falls. Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 Sep. 2025
Noun
Average gas prices, after seesawing between $2 and $4 a gallon for more than a decade starting in 2005, peaked at $4.93 in 2022 and recently fell back to just over $3. Elisabeth Rosenthal, Twin Cities, 28 Aug. 2025 The world seesawed between fears of escalation as Iran retaliated against the United States to Trump's surprise ceasefire announcement to his angry comments about early violations from both countries. Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News, 24 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for seesaw
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seesaw
Verb
  • In another video, which Anaver shared on Facebook two days later, the interior of his home could be seen swaying back and forth.
    Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
  • The final shot sees Tom gazing out the window as a curtain gently sways in the warm breeze.
    Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 20 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The kitchen was empty, save for an enormous stockpot of broth, with chicken feet bobbing at the surface.
    Hannah Goldfield, New Yorker, 20 Oct. 2025
  • The voice bobbed and weaved like a cornered boxer.
    Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 19 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Chooka Waterproof Chelsea Rain Boots The popular rain boots are made from high-quality rubber and have an airtight seal that keeps out drafts and moisture.
    Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 18 Oct. 2025
  • Just remember to clean the rubber pads regularly to extend its lifespan.
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Hargitay, who is fresh off the press tour for her directorial debut My Mom, Jayne, was in full Olivia Benson gear, rocking an all-black outfit and boots.
    Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Her creations most recently made an appearance at the 2025 Met Gala, with celebs such as Lewis Hamilton and Jeff Goldblum rocking her looks.
    Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 21 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Brake gently as needed - Brake normally if the vehicle has anti-lock brakes and pump brakes gently if in an older vehicle.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 20 Oct. 2025
  • The brief framework said the two countries will work to accelerate permits for mining and processing and work to pump $1 billion in financing for projects in both countries, according to a description of the framework provided by the Australian Prime Minister's office.
    Brian Bennett, Time, 20 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Gauff is defending champion, while Pegula had to withdraw from last year’s round-robin after two matches due to injury.
    James Hansen, New York Times, 12 Oct. 2025
  • The victory gave Navy (5-0) a leg up in holding on to the Commander-in-Chief's trophy, awarded to the winner of the round-robin between the Navy, Air Force and Army service academies.
    Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The mood is lurching between calm and doom-mongering chaos.
    Carl Anka, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
  • Hollywood lurched into a fresh wave of existential panic this week after Deadline, notating an otherwise dry industry panel on Saturday, September 27, seized on a stray remark.
    Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 2 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Whether the Canes can get to 10-2 will likely depend on if Beck can shake off his four-interception nightmare.
    Stewart Mandel, New York Times, 19 Oct. 2025
  • The new coach shook hands, smiled for cell phone pictures and signed posters for wave after wave of kids.
    Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 19 Oct. 2025

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“Seesaw.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seesaw. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.

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