fluctuate

Example Sentences

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Rates fluctuate constantly, and you don’t want to rely too heavily on a single product when you need to keep up with inflation and make your money last the rest of your life.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

The 27-year-old is employed on a zero-hours basis, meaning her income can fluctuate wildly.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

“Our WA Parish facility ran in 2025 within its permitted limits,” an NRG spokesman said, noting that emissions at all facilities fluctuate based on how often they operate and fuel variations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026

Interwoven between Muñoz’s warm, patient and interactive lessons are musical numbers that range from nursery range to rock to folksy with visuals that fluctuate between grounded and fantastical.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

To be honest, due to my nine months of experience, my shifts fluctuate from night to day week after week.

From "I Am the Messenger" by Markus Zusak