fluctuation

Example Sentences

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"While a laser looks to the naked eye like a steady beam, there's actually a lot of fluctuation, which causes noise when you're using lasers for measurement," says Vamivakas.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

“The new-energy vehicles market has entered a phase of normal adjustment,” it added, saying that the short-term fluctuation was expected and does not reflect the market’s long-term trajectory.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

“I think there is going to be a short-term fluctuation in the trend that ultimately corrects itself and resumes the path it was on while Netanyahu is in power,” he said.

From Salon • Sep. 5, 2025

Krome is unique in the dramatic fluctuation of its detainee population.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 29, 2025

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

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir