mercurial
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Cherki made his impact under Guardiola last season, although there was always a feeling the mercurial signing from Lyon for a bargain £30m could produce more.
From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2026
Sheinbaum is navigating a mine field with her mercurial US counterpart.
From Barron's ● Aug. 21, 2026
After years of managing J.’s practical needs and mercurial moods, Ms. Eubanks saw a therapist who diagnosed her with a moderate form of PTSD.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 20, 2026
BTS has a mercurial relationship with the Grammys, having been nominated five times in various categories since becoming the first K-pop group nominated in 2019, and performing for the live telecast.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 29, 2026
He was in a mercurial Hastings temper, and a halter and chain looped over his bridle barely restrained him.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
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