up-and-down
Example Sentences
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They are used to up-and-down incomes, unlike many of us who have grown accustomed to consistent ups.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026
But after five up-and-down months with him, his players say they’re cool with Cronin, who has shaken off what feels like an annual wave of national criticism.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 8, 2026
Moore’s departure ends an up-and-down tenure at the University of Michigan.
From MarketWatch • Dec. 11, 2025
A 2-0 win over Porto in his Europa League opener was followed by some up-and-down results, including a draw with Manchester United.
From BBC • Nov. 9, 2025
The rest of the afternoon was an up-and-down affair.
From "Ugly" by Robert Hoge
