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volcanic

[vol-kan-ik] / vɒlˈkæn ɪk /


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Indonesia is prone to earthquakes and volcanic activity, lying along the meeting point of three major tectonic plates.

From BBC Aug. 15, 2026

Schools close to the volcano were closed due to the risk of ash fall and further volcanic activity.

From BBC Aug. 4, 2026

Guatemala lies on the Pacific "Ring of Fire" and experiences frequent seismic and volcanic activity.

From Barron's Aug. 4, 2026

His public persona was a volcanic, semicrazy tough guy who said just what he thought and hated the Hollywood game.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 30, 2026

Millions of tons of rock and ice and volcanic debris crashed down the mountain.

From "I Survived the Eruption of Mount St. Helens, 1980" by Lauren Tarshis




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