considerable fluctuation
[/kənˈsɪdərəbəl ˌflʌk.tʃuˈeɪ.ʃən/]
noun phrasefemininepl: considerable fluctuations / flutuações consideráveis
flutuação considerável
1. a significant or substantial change or variation in value, amount, level, or condition over a period of time
The stock market experienced considerable fluctuation during the economic crisis.
O mercado de ações experimentou flutuação considerável durante a crise econômica.
2. noticeable instability or oscillation in a measurable quantity
There was considerable fluctuation in temperature throughout the day.
Houve flutuação considerável na temperatura ao longo do dia.
3. marked variation in performance, results, or outcomes
The company's profits showed considerable fluctuation year over year.
Os lucros da empresa mostraram flutuação considerável de ano para ano.
This term is commonly used in business, finance, economics, and scientific contexts in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese. In Brazil, it's particularly prevalent in financial news and economic reports. The phrase emphasizes substantive rather than minor changes and is typically used to describe concerning or noteworthy variations in economic indicators, weather patterns, or market performance.
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