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Fluctuation
01
the irregular or unpredictable variation in something over time, characterized by alternating changes
Examples
The stock market experienced significant fluctuations last week.
Temperature fluctuations make it hard to plan outdoor events.
02
a specific occurrence or measurement of change in a quantity, often used to describe the size or rate of a shift
Examples
The chart records every fluctuation in stock prices.
Even small fluctuations can influence the overall trend.
03
a cyclical pattern of rising and falling levels in a variable, often resembling wave-like movement
Examples
The graph shows a steady fluctuation between high and low water levels.
Sound waves are formed by fluctuations in air pressure.
