fluid

adjective

ˈflü-əd How to pronounce fluid (audio)
Definition of fluidnext
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as in liquid
capable of moving like a liquid warm the jam until it is fluid, then spread it over the cake

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as in adjustable
capable of being readily changed the script is still fluid at this point, so be prepared for last-minute rewrites

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as in smooth
involving minimal difficulty or effort the dance looked smooth and fluid, though backstage we could see the dancer gasping for breath and sweating from the effort

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as in volatile
likely to change frequently, suddenly, or unexpectedly his arrival plans are fluid, so expect him anytime

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Examples of fluid in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Dresses with high necklines, full skirts, fluid pleats and satin fabrics are bringing a ladylike elegance that’s anything but stuffy. —Laura Lajiness Kaupke, refinery29.com, 4 Sep. 2024 One source said the president’s announcement could come as early as this week, but cautioned the timing remains fluid. —Chris Isidore, CNN, 4 Sep. 2024 Once again, our measurements struggle to keep pace with a fluid reality. —Brooke Jarvis, The New Yorker, 19 Aug. 2024 Ovarian cysts can rupture (burst), which can cause fluid and blood to be released into the abdomen. —Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 14 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for fluid 

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