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 The storm could cause some power fluctuations, disrupt radio and GPS signals, and push the northern lights to the south. Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 4 Oct. 2024 This is because subscription models frequently entail regular payments, which are subject to fluctuations due to consumer attrition and economic downturns. Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024 Zhao said companies will continue to adjust their demands in response to the fluctuations in the job market. Jack Kelly, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024 The impact of oil price fluctuations extends far beyond the energy sector. Robert Daugherty, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024 Rising prices and changing strategies Tesla is known for changing prices pretty often, downgrading or upgrading with market fluctuations. Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2024 However, with more and more consumers considering other brands, there have been some fluctuations in their year-to-year sales that can be identified, including a major slump during some periods. Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2024 One particular use case is using this data to forecast market activity, which can enable landlords to anticipate and prepare for market fluctuations. Ryan Masiello, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024 Normal price fluctuations are not price gouging, South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson said in a recent announcement. Lorie Konish, CNBC, 3 Oct. 2024

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“Fluctuations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fluctuations. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.

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