Quick or likely to change consistently
“The psychologist noted that her contradictory messages were probably caused by her fluctuating mood.”
Changing or varying at regular intervals
“Although excessive heat makes wines age a little too fast to achieve their full potential, a constantly fluctuating temperature is the biggest enemy.”
Existing or happening in small, isolated periods or areas
“Fires of varying intensities occurred at fluctuating intervals and burned in complex patterns.”
Simultaneously experiencing opposing or contradictory feelings or views
Occurring in turn repeatedly
Moving backwards and forwards in a swinging motion
On certain occasions, or in certain circumstances, but not always
Present participle for to change or vary irregularly in number or amount
“They stare into an infinite chasm that opens up in the face of using a limited amount of notes that fluctuate from serene moments to bawling noise storms.”
Present participle for to be unable to decide, or to hesitate during a decision
“Parents must appreciate that their teenager will often fluctuate between wanting to agree and wanting to disagree with them.”
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