peaks and valleys
plural noun
: high and low periods
There are peaks and valleys in electricity usage throughout the year.
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Last season was indicative of how his peaks and valleys can be precipitous and endure for a while.
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Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Mar. 2025
Fluctuations in consumer sentiment, economic conditions, and seasonal festivities can create predictable peaks and valleys in jewelry demand, impacting gold prices directly.
—Gabriel O Rodriguez, Sacramento Bee, 26 Feb. 2025
Throughout the season, Spoelstra has lauded Jović’s ability to stack productive days despite experiencing peaks and valleys.
—James Jackson, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
Rookie seasons are expected to have their peaks and valleys.
—James Jackson, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025
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Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Mar. 2025
Fluctuations in consumer sentiment, economic conditions, and seasonal festivities can create predictable peaks and valleys in jewelry demand, impacting gold prices directly.
—Gabriel O Rodriguez, Sacramento Bee, 26 Feb. 2025
Throughout the season, Spoelstra has lauded Jović’s ability to stack productive days despite experiencing peaks and valleys.
—James Jackson, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
Rookie seasons are expected to have their peaks and valleys.
—James Jackson, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025
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“Peaks and valleys.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/peaks%20and%20valleys. Accessed 26 Mar. 2025.
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