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volatile

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


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It is hitting one of the most volatile regions of one of the world’s most fragile states.

From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026

Some viewed him positively but others described him as volatile and insulting.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

The stock is particularly volatile amid the debate on its valuation.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Lockhart has rejected criticism after the pictures emerged on social media, saying she and 10 other politicians were there " to de-escalate" a "very volatile situation".

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

The raids would show the Communists just how irrational and volatile he was.

From "Boots on the Ground: America's War in Vietnam" by Elizabeth Partridge




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