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as in volatile
likely to change frequently, suddenly, or unexpectedly
a fluctuating stock market makes it hard for investors to know what to do
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as in changing
not staying constant
our speed was constantly fluctuating, so the figure of 50 miles per hour is just an average
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as in varying
to pass from one form, state, or level to another
temperatures will fluctuate between the low and high 50s today
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Recent Examples of fluctuating
Nick Miller, The Athletic, 13 Dec. 2024
The same amount of water per unit time can arrive as a smooth, steady rain of many small drops or as a strongly fluctuating shower with fewer but much larger drops.
—Douglas Natelson, Scientific American, 19 Mar. 2024
Irwin said that the characters’ runaway emotions are mirrored by the wildly fluctuating time signatures.
—Mary Carole McCauley, Baltimore Sun, 25 Jan. 2024
Mark Zettl, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Flurries first started to fall across the tristate area Friday, fluctuating between flakes and rain for much of the day before transitioning to more steady snow as temperatures dropped overnight and into Saturday morning.
—Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 21 Dec. 2024
The source of this extreme space weather event can be traced to the sun, which is currently near the climax of its 11-year cycle of fluctuating activity.
—Joe Spring, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 Dec. 2024
Hovnanian Enterprises continues to focus on increasing its inventory of quick move-in homes to provide buyers with more certainty on mortgage pricing amid fluctuating interest rates.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 18 Dec. 2024
According to Gregory, fluctuating temperatures in the area has caused all ice surfaces to be unstable.
—Dawn Sawyer, CNN, 10 Dec. 2024
Travelers rarely know why prices are fluctuating or if their data is being used against them.
—Natalie Campisi, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
So, against the backdrop of weak fundamentals, the geopolitical influences on the oil market next year are going to be significant and in all likelihood wildly fluctuating as the year goes on.
—Michael Lynch, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Hydrangea plants also benefit from protection against fluctuating winter temperatures, which can disturb the roots and crown.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2024
Adjective
Many rival fans have had a good laugh at Tottenham and their wildly fluctuating results this season.
—Nick Miller, The Athletic, 13 Dec. 2024
The same amount of water per unit time can arrive as a smooth, steady rain of many small drops or as a strongly fluctuating shower with fewer but much larger drops.
—Douglas Natelson, Scientific American, 19 Mar. 2024
Irwin said that the characters’ runaway emotions are mirrored by the wildly fluctuating time signatures.
—Mary Carole McCauley, Baltimore Sun, 25 Jan. 2024
Verb
By interweaving multiple uses, mixed-use developments can mitigate risks tied to any single asset class, ensuring resilience in fluctuating markets.
—Mark Zettl, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Flurries first started to fall across the tristate area Friday, fluctuating between flakes and rain for much of the day before transitioning to more steady snow as temperatures dropped overnight and into Saturday morning.
—Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 21 Dec. 2024
The source of this extreme space weather event can be traced to the sun, which is currently near the climax of its 11-year cycle of fluctuating activity.
—Joe Spring, Smithsonian Magazine, 20 Dec. 2024
Hovnanian Enterprises continues to focus on increasing its inventory of quick move-in homes to provide buyers with more certainty on mortgage pricing amid fluctuating interest rates.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 18 Dec. 2024
According to Gregory, fluctuating temperatures in the area has caused all ice surfaces to be unstable.
—Dawn Sawyer, CNN, 10 Dec. 2024
Travelers rarely know why prices are fluctuating or if their data is being used against them.
—Natalie Campisi, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
So, against the backdrop of weak fundamentals, the geopolitical influences on the oil market next year are going to be significant and in all likelihood wildly fluctuating as the year goes on.
—Michael Lynch, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
Hydrangea plants also benefit from protection against fluctuating winter temperatures, which can disturb the roots and crown.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fluctuating
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If the real estate market feels too volatile, consider encouraging your clients to explore markets where homes may be more affordable or find ways to increase their financial security before jumping into the commitment.Rodolfo Delgado, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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Elevated interest rates, potential weakening in the labor market and a likely volatile political climate on Capitol Hill are just some of the hurdles the nearly $30 trillion economy will face.Jeff Cox, CNBC, 27 Dec. 2024
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At the same time, the AI seamlessly implements a range of impressive effects, such as altering his outfit, adding jewelry, changing his location and appearance, and even transforming himself into a felt puppet, with surprisingly convincing results.Paul Monckton, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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The landscape is changing so quickly that any company that can’t pivot will be left behind in the blink of an eye.John Werner, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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All right, coming up, the biggest moments and most shocking developments in one of the strangest and most unpredictable years in the history of American politics.ABC News, ABC News, 29 Dec. 2024
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The market for luxury and celebrity properties is often unpredictable, with unique estates like Legend Point sometimes struggling to attract the right buyers.Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
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Rite Aid locations will be open on Christmas Eve with varying hours of operation, the company told USA TODAY.Gabe Hauari, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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Retail stores that don’t sell liquor, like grocery stores and convenience stores, have varying hours for beer and wine sales depending on the day.Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 24 Dec. 2024
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Hers is the kind of face that inspires directors to tight framing — gleaming, as if smoothed from marble, and yet somehow pliant, changeful.Jordan Kisner Jack Davison, New York Times, 11 Oct. 2022
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Rigorous, blustery winter; winding sleety spring; hot, moist enervating summer; changeful autumn with its dog-days; these are absolutely unknown.San Diego Union-Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Jan. 2023
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But changes to the original text result in a talky microcosm with uneven performance rhythms (John David Washington is boisterous, frantic, and out of sync).Armond White, National Review, 27 Dec. 2024
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Economic Instability: The Fourth Turning signals economic disruption, with uneven income growth and widespread insecurity.Bob Haber, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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Well, 2024 seems to have been a very busy year for the OECD and the OECD inclusive framework base erosion and profit shifting in terms of implementation of these two pillars.Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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About halfway through the year, the El Niño pattern faded, slowly shifting towards La Niña conditions, which are expected to begin early next year.Lauren Sommer, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
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Shoes for Deep Snow With protective booties that seal out moisture and major traction that grips even in unstable terrain, these shoes are ready for winter fun.Lisa Jhung, Outside Online, 20 Dec. 2024
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For businesses, relying on open-source components without proper vetting is like building a house on unstable foundations.Steve Wilson, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Fluctuating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fluctuating. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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