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Ups and Downs

Ups and downs is a common idiomatic phrase used to describe the alternating periods of success and failure, happiness and sadness, or prosperity and adversity that one experiences throughout life.

Noun

1. Ups and Downs (plural noun): A series of alternating good and bad experiences or events.

Example sentence: Life is full of ups and downs, and we must learn to navigate through both with grace.

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Adjective

1. Ups and downs (adjective): Characterized by alternating periods of success and failure, joy and sorrow, or highs and lows.

Example sentence: Their relationship has had its fair share of ups and downs, but they always manage to work through the challenges.

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Preposition

1. Ups and downs (prepositional phrase): Referring to the fluctuating nature of something.

Example sentence: The stock market has experienced its ups and downs throughout the year, causing investors to be cautious.

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