CEFR Level C1 Vocabulary: FLUCTUATE

This word is from CEFR Level C1 list 3

VOCABULARY: FLUCTUATE
WORD FAMILY: verb
MEANING: To rise and fall irregularly
EXAMPLE: Exchange rates fluctuate every day, with the US dollar sometimes falling.
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Quick test. Choose the correct form of the verb to complete the sentences below.
1. In 2014, sales __________ .
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2. It is anticipated that although this year has been stable, the some parts of the economy __________ next year.
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will fluctuate (future perfect because it is referring to a prediction in the future)

3. Ticket prices __________ over the last few years – this year is a little cheaper than last year!
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have fluctuated (present perfect – something that began in the past and still happens)