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fluctuation

[fluhk-choo-ey-shuhn] / ˌflʌk tʃuˈeɪ ʃən /
NOUN
vacillation
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An actuarial approach, dividing a portfolio by remaining life expectancy, can be used but introduces too much spending fluctuation.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 23, 2026

According to Margolis, the smaller trim size was previously the industry standard for U.S.-based publishing houses, and any fluctuation is due to the evolution of printing technology.

From Los Angeles Times May 27, 2026

Benjamin Boisson, a fruit grower in southern France, said worried the extreme fluctuation in temperature would cause a sharp drop in production, as well as complicate storage.

From Barron's May 26, 2026

If you hold a bond until maturity, you won’t be affected by this price fluctuation — you know you will receive the bond’s face value at maturity.

From MarketWatch May 8, 2026

The computer reported no change in pressure over that time, other than a minor fluctuation based on temperature.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir

It says the market is particularly sensitive to fluctuations as a result of heat waves and concern for winter supplies.

From BBC Jul. 23, 2026

These technologies generate electricity, when planned and coordinated together, and they can relieve stress on the grid, reduce peak demand and respond to fluctuations in milliseconds through advanced battery controls and smart inverter technology.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 20, 2026

"The back-and-forth in monthly home sales activity, driven by mild fluctuations in mortgage rates, shows how sensitive home buyers are to affordability conditions," said NAR chief economist Lawrence Yun in a statement.

From Barron's Jul. 9, 2026

Rather than acting independently, the particles appear to coordinate their behavior in a way that suppresses current fluctuations.

From Science Daily Jul. 8, 2026

What was the origin of these density fluctuations?

From "A Brief History of Time: And Other Essays" by Stephen Hawking




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