The sense of a collective Taiwanese identity has continued to increase despite fluctuations in support for pro-independence political parties.

The dollar rose substantially despite fluctuations caused by uncertainty over the talks in Washington.

Despite periodic fluctuations, populations remain roughly the same size (fact).

Despite fluctuations in form and weather conditions, the world's number one player has not come close to going the distance at this Australian Open.

Consumer confidence was extremely high despite higher oil prices and fluctuations in the stock market.

They have produced evidence that the Antarctic ice cap has remained stable for over 11 million years, despite fluctuations in global temperature.

They play an important role in maintaining the glomerular filtration rate despite fluctuations in blood pressure.

Jeans and denim manufacturers remain optimistic despite fluctuations in their markets.

The Casey Foundation is among those that say they are committed to maintaining their spending levels despite fluctuations in asset values.

Despite major fluctuations in economic performance during the period 1985-2003, income inequality while very high, has remained relatively stable.