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volatile

[vol-uh-tl, -til, -tahyl] / ˈvɒl ə tl, -tɪl, -ˌtaɪl /


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They are often volatile, and blowups like the Greek debt and the Asian currency crises have burned international investors in the past.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

The speech has been widely applauded for its diplomatic skill in encouraging US President Donald Trump to defend democratic values against aggressors in a "volatile world".

From BBC • May 2, 2026

Why it matters: Farm income has fallen sharply from the 2022 peak as crop producers face pressure from volatile crop prices and high input costs.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

“We …continue to see strong fundamental performance across our investment portfolios despite the volatile market environment,” said Arougheti.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

Most walked around in a state of critical dehydration and malnutrition and as a result were irritable, volatile, light-headed, bleary, nauseated, gaunt, and crampy.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand




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