What is another word for whipsawing?

Pronunciation: [wˈɪpsɔːɪŋ] (IPA)

Whipsawing is a term used to refer to the back-and-forth movement of a saw while cutting. It can also have figurative meanings such as passing rapidly from one condition to another or being subject to alternating pressures or decisions. Synonyms for whipsawing include vacillating, oscillating, fluctuating, undulating, swinging, wavering, bouncing, and teeter-tottering. These terms all refer to a constant back-and-forth movement, either physically or metaphorically. Other synonyms for whipsawing include flip-flopping, equivocating, hesitating, and waffling. These terms all describe a lack of commitment or a refusal to make a decision, resulting in constant changes or indecision.

What are the hypernyms for Whipsawing?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Whipsawing

No word came from the cousins beyond, so they knew they must be at work chopping down the standing trees and whipsawing them into boat-planks.
"Smoke Bellew"
Jack London

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