as in oscillation
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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Therefore, developing more agile and flexible strategies that can quickly adapt to fluctuations in consumer demand will be crucial.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 2 Jan. 2025
Shorter-duration bonds offer income, but their prices aren’t as sensitive to fluctuations in rates.
—Darla Mercado, Cfp®, CNBC, 31 Dec. 2024
Women often report worsened IBS symptoms during menstruation due to hormonal fluctuations.
—Sarah Jividen, Health, 30 Dec. 2024
The plates' movement is driven primarily by their natural resonant frequencies at low speeds, and by pressure fluctuations from the wind at higher speeds.
—Ars Technica, 30 Dec. 2024
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 2 Jan. 2025
Shorter-duration bonds offer income, but their prices aren’t as sensitive to fluctuations in rates.
—Darla Mercado, Cfp®, CNBC, 31 Dec. 2024
Women often report worsened IBS symptoms during menstruation due to hormonal fluctuations.
—Sarah Jividen, Health, 30 Dec. 2024
The plates' movement is driven primarily by their natural resonant frequencies at low speeds, and by pressure fluctuations from the wind at higher speeds.
—Ars Technica, 30 Dec. 2024
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“Fluctuation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fluctuation. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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