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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As Oracle research explains, AI agents can continuously analyze sensor data to understand vibration patterns, temperature fluctuations and performance metrics across warehouse equipment to predict maintenance needs to avoid downtime and prevent interruptions in workflows.
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Prashanth Cecil, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
Lee also points out North Korea's poor infrastructure and vulnerability to geopolitical fluctuations as reasons to be skeptical about its tourism ambitions.
—Se Eun Gong, NPR, 5 July 2025
Avoid the door: Avoid storing in the refrigerator door, which is prone to temperature fluctuations.
Use a clean utensil: Always use clean utensils to prevent cross-contamination.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 3 July 2025
Weight gain in menopause is caused by hormonal fluctuations, slowed metabolism, and changes in fat storage.
—Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 26 June 2025
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Prashanth Cecil, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
Lee also points out North Korea's poor infrastructure and vulnerability to geopolitical fluctuations as reasons to be skeptical about its tourism ambitions.
—Se Eun Gong, NPR, 5 July 2025
Avoid the door: Avoid storing in the refrigerator door, which is prone to temperature fluctuations.
Use a clean utensil: Always use clean utensils to prevent cross-contamination.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 3 July 2025
Weight gain in menopause is caused by hormonal fluctuations, slowed metabolism, and changes in fat storage.
—Angelica Bottaro, Verywell Health, 26 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fluctuation
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According to SpaceX, the cause of the seventh flight’s failure was stronger-than-expected rhythmic oscillations, causing leaks of propellant that caught fire.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
4 July 2025
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Brainwaves, or neural oscillations, are regular patterns created by firing neurons or groups of neurons.—
Eva Amsen,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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Starbucks has also made big strategic changes to improve efficiency, including cutting down on its extensive food and drink menu and doing away with some options for drink customizations.—
Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez,
Fortune,
6 July 2025
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Williams also brought in massive changes to its technical staff, that are improving the team's aerodynamic capabilities.—
Nelson Espinal,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 July 2025
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“Fluctuation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fluctuation. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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