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Discover LudwigThe phrase "fluctuate modestly" is correct and usable in written English
It can be used to describe a situation where something changes or varies slightly or within a limited range. Example: "The stock prices tend to fluctuate modestly throughout the week, reflecting minor market adjustments."
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The net asset values of many short-term bond funds fluctuate modestly, and there aren't any panics or runs just because their value declines a penny or two.
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[C9.] Stocks Post Modest Gains as Oil Prices Rise Stocks fluctuated before closing modestly higher as oil prices neared $66 a barrel despite lower-than-expected damage estimates from Hurricane Rita.
While the declines have been slight — and prices rose modestly after factoring out food and energy prices, which can fluctuate widely — other figures released this month suggest the risk of deflation is growing.
Markets fluctuate.
Markets do fluctuate.
"Things fluctuate," Mr. Di Rita said.
The last two fluctuate.
Did it fluctuate?
"And we fluctuate.
Tips also fluctuate widely.
Ecosystems fluctuate over time.
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