rise and fall

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In March, the CMA said it would be considering how quickly fuel prices rise and fall as wholesale costs change, and whether there was evidence of so-called "rocket and feather" pricing.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

The case would likely rise and fall, he said, on legal arguments.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

However, Iran’s enthusiasm for the tournament seems to rise and fall based on the progress of negotiations to end the war, the first in history between a World Cup host and a qualified country.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

The rise and fall of an A.I. video generator.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

Her other hand rests on her stomach over the blankets, and I watch it rise and fall with each breath.

From "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda" by Becky Albertalli