volatile
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But in Pakistan he's playing a different diplomatic role, which will require navigating tense relations between adversaries in a volatile region.
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
In contrast to conventional stocks and bonds, they don’t represent stakes in anything concrete and as a result are extremely volatile.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026
Nearly 15 years ago, Delta wagered that it could beat the oil industry at its own game after being whipsawed by volatile fuel prices.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
In the type of volatile market we’ve seen lately, it often pays to be part of something that is already working, defying the weakness.
From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026
The situation was much too volatile already, he told them, and the crowd would be hard to control if emotions were stirred up.
From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson
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