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to oscillate
01
to move back and forth repeatedly between two points or positions
Intransitive
02
to move back and forth in a regular rhythm between two or more states, positions, or opinions
Intransitive
03
(of an electric current) to vary in strength or direction in a consistent, repetitive cycle
Intransitive
oscillate
v
oscill
v
oscillating
adj
oscillating
adj
oscillation
n
oscillation
n
oscillator
n
oscillator
n
Example
The stock market is currently oscillating between gains and losses.
The windshield wipers on the car oscillated, clearing the raindrops with each motion.
The pendulum swung back and forth, oscillating steadily over time.
The metronome on the piano oscillated, providing a steady beat for the musician to follow.
The signal generator caused the current to oscillate between high and low voltages.
