volatile
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There is more vanadium in the Earth's crust than lithium, but it is less accessible and more volatile in economic terms.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
The rally has attracted an army of retail investors, known locally as "ants", which has helped fuel volatile trading.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
EchoStar’s star might be on the rise and worth a fresh look after a volatile stretch, according to analysts.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 17, 2026
That reservoir of credit card-powered miles helps feed demand, allowing airlines to report strong revenue despite volatile jet-fuel prices and broader economic jitters.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
Bobby, in contrast, was nervous and volatile, the chess arriviste of Brooklyn, a colt of a player, and as it was beginning to develop, the spearhead of the coming generation of American players.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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