turning around

verb

present participle of turn around
as in fluctuating

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  1. fluctuating
  2. changing
  3. varying
  4. shifting
  5. snapping
  6. improving
  7. wavering
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  • Many laboratory innovations fail when tested on real-world power grids, where fluctuating solar and wind energy subjects equipment to harsh operating cycles.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 20 Oct. 2026
  • This insulates these segments of the market from the effects of fluctuating mortgage rates.
    — Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of fluctuating
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  • Ebola is changing how African governments organize their response, Kaseya said, with Nigeria’s case prompting stronger solidarity across the continent.
    — Ruben Nyanguila, semafor.com, 23 Oct. 2026
  • With companies seeking to cut the number of junior hires in the finance function, the traditional pyramid-shape of the function is changing.
    — Sam Birchall, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of changing
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  • Fixing the problem Flexible substrates have uneven surface roughness and varying hydroxyl-group densities, making standard large-area printing techniques ineffective.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 26 Oct. 2026
  • Research from clinical trials that have required female participants only since 1993 have repeatedly drummed home that message, from varying chromosomes in heart muscle cells to different heart attack symptoms and causes.
    — Elizabeth Cooney, STAT, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of varying
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  • The two built the models that modern central banks use to stabilize the economy, shifting macro policymakers’ focus from big economic variables like inflation and unemployment to the actual decisions of individuals.
    — Dario Marino, Washington Post, 21 Oct. 2026
  • The attorney characterized the company's earlier responses as providing limited information while shifting blame and responsibility to others.
    — Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of shifting
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  • The Horned Frogs continued their dominance over Baylor with a 17-6 victory last Saturday at McLane Stadium in Waco, snapping the Bears’ four-game winning streak.
    — Neil Nakahodo, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Of course, Good couldn’t resist snapping a few of his own photos while on set, which yielded an apropos observation.
    — Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026
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  • The performance of hydrocarbons must be considered as part of a wider system that is simultaneously scaling clean electricity input and improving efficiency across the value chain.
    — H.E. Dr Abdulla Saif Al Jarwan, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Voters in DeKalb County will decide whether to renew a special one-cent sales tax that goes toward improving schools.
    — Emily McLeod, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of improving
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  • The arm locks into both positions via an internal catch so that there's no unwanted flexing or wavering in the middle of your work.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Major circuits’ presales for Clayface are wavering; some indicate an $18M opening, while others see it in the mid-$20Ms.
    — Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of wavering
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