oscillating

Example Sentences

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"Financial markets are oscillating in a narrow, uneasy range as traders sized up the countdown to Donald Trump's Iran deadline," wrote Stephen Innes at SPI Asset Management.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

This allows the beads to begin oscillating on their own while floating in mid-air, producing a steady rhythm that reflects the unusual forces at play.

From Science Daily • Mar. 22, 2026

I couldn’t center the clay on my wheel, causing it to wobble uncontrollably as I also struggled to control the wheel’s speed, oscillating between going too slow and too fast.

From Salon • May 25, 2025

Tom ended up oscillating between GIP and routine levels of care at our inpatient hospice facility, therefore intermittently needing to pay the room and board costs.

From Slate • Apr. 22, 2025

“Hi, Lu,” said Bridget, dipping her brush into the polish, blowing like an oscillating fan over her nails.

From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen