up-and-down

Example Sentences

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“I want to be around for a long time — not just another teen up-and-down type of thing.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026

U.S. natural gas futures continued to trade in an up-and-down pattern after last week’s big selloff, settling higher with a slight cooldown in midday weather runs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 22, 2025

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

“They all begin with this single upright stroke followed by the three up-and-down lines. Just the way you drew it.”

From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke