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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
Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 26 Dec. 2024
Although the details remain in flux, the transition team reviewing NASA and its activities has begun to draft potential executive orders for changes to space policy under the Trump Administration.
—Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 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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Noun
Earth's magnetic field is always in flux due to forces within the fluid outer core (underneath the rocky mantle), where the swirling of molten iron creates massive electrical currents.
—Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 26 Dec. 2024
Although the details remain in flux, the transition team reviewing NASA and its activities has begun to draft potential executive orders for changes to space policy under the Trump Administration.
—Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 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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It is designed to alleviate the side effects of hormonal fluctuations and to prevent weight gain, according to US News.Melissa Rudy, Fox News, 10 Jan. 2025
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But, consistency at the position is where there’s been much fluctuation.Audrey Snyder, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
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Trudeau was often the target of Peterson’s criticisms for his actions when Canadian truckers protested against COVID-19 restrictions and when an unusual influx in immigration increased the Canadian population to 41 million.Jenny Goldsberry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 12 Jan. 2025
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Here’s a look at the states with the highest net influx of residents from other states between July 1, 2023 and July 1, 2024.Mike Winters, CNBC, 11 Jan. 2025
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Sometimes, the flu-like illness is preceded by diarrhea or other GI symptoms.Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 4 Jan. 2025
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Fewer Side Effects: Common side effects like nausea, vomiting and diarrhea can be dose-dependent, so some believe that smaller doses may reduce these adverse reactions.Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 3 Jan. 2025
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As your car idles, warm air blown from the top of your dashboard will melt the ice on the outside of the windshield.Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2025
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This lightweight cream truly melts right in without the slightest bit of cast.Sarah Han, Allure, 3 Jan. 2025
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Their vibrations and oscillations can more effectively get rid of plaque on your teeth and gums, and most brushes have a timer that encourages you to brush for the full two minutes.Nena Farrell, WIRED, 30 Dec. 2024
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Cool—but why, then, are there audio clips online offering otherworldly snippets of oscillations or solar winds via Stanford and Johns Hopkins?Harri Weber, Popular Science, 19 Dec. 2024
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Pour the mixture into ice cube trays to freeze and store in a resealable bag, and thaw overnight in the refrigerator to use.Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 28 Dec. 2024
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When the ice eventually thawed, evolutionary activity picked up, and things weren’t so boring anymore.David Bressan, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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“Flux.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flux. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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