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as in fluctuation
the frequent and usually sudden passing from one condition to another
the English language is always in a state of flux
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as in influx
a flowing or coming in
January typically brings a great flux of returns to department stores
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as in diarrhea
abnormally frequent intestinal evacuations with more or less fluid stools
Civil War doctors noted frequent cases of flux in the camps
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as in to melt
to go from a solid to a liquid state
a solid will flux more quickly under pressure
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Recent Examples of flux
Andy Andersen, Vulture, 24 Nov. 2024
The other traditionally dominant political force in the EU, France, is also in political flux.
—Ned Temko, The Christian Science Monitor, 14 Nov. 2024
Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 31 Jan. 2020
Next, clean and flux a shutoff valve for the cold side and slide it over the tubing end place and solder it in place.
—Steve Willson, Popular Mechanics, 24 Aug. 2018
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Back in Dallas, The Carrillo mansion is full of reluctant participants in a special op still dangerously in flux.
—Andy Andersen, Vulture, 24 Nov. 2024
The other traditionally dominant political force in the EU, France, is also in political flux.
—Ned Temko, The Christian Science Monitor, 14 Nov. 2024
Verb
Those signs can flux when sleep deprived, traveling or stressed at work as well.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 31 Jan. 2020
Next, clean and flux a shutoff valve for the cold side and slide it over the tubing end place and solder it in place.
—Steve Willson, Popular Mechanics, 24 Aug. 2018
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flux
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Don’t forget, though—investing is a long-term strategy, so avoid pulling money out at the first sign of market fluctuations.Kody Boye, Journal Sentinel, 12 Dec. 2024
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Despite recent fluctuations, the labor market remains a key pillar of the U.S. economy, navigating challenges from inflationary pressures and elevated interest rates.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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Over the past few years, the region has seen a huge influx of new residents and visitors, bringing with them an ever-increasing demand for premium services.Angela Lei, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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In recent years, Maine, my home state, has seen an influx of Amish folk from other states.Robert Klose, The Christian Science Monitor, 12 Dec. 2024
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Food-allergy reactions can lead to symptoms such as hives, rashes, swelling, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and coughing or wheezing.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
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Less common symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and seizures.Youri Benadjaoud, ABC News, 6 Dec. 2024
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The menu offers many gluten-free or dairy-free options, such as bowls, salads, melts, sandwiches and superfood smoothies.Reia Li, The Arizona Republic, 6 Dec. 2024
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Still, the consistency is creamy, and the ice cream doesn’t melt too quickly.Chiara Kim, People.com, 5 Dec. 2024
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Another theory posits that the wiggling of Alfvén waves, oscillations in the Sun’s magnetic field that penetrate into the corona and turn back on themselves, can also inject energy into the solar wind.ByHannah Richter, science.org, 31 Oct. 2024
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The remote control has five buttons on it to control power, the timer, speed, oscillation, and the nighttime setting.Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2024
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Though studies are limited, some research suggests that the ice crystals formed during freezing cause the rupture of fruit cell walls, which changes the texture and flavor of frozen fruit, like blueberries, during the thawing process.Jillian Kubala, RD, Health, 3 Dec. 2024
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By the way, the best way to thaw a turkey, Jandrain said, is to put it in your refrigerator a week before.Ana Rocío Álvarez Bríñez, The Indianapolis Star, 27 Nov. 2024
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“Flux.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flux. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.
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