: a volcanic rock
Examples of volcanic in a Sentence
Adjective
a man with a volcanic temper that could go off at any moment
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Peter Tonguette, The Washington Examiner, 27 Feb. 2026
Yet another exomoon search method involves looking for them via—of all things—volcanic activity.
—Phil Plait, Scientific American, 27 Feb. 2026
Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 15 Jan. 2026
Volcanologists also warned of tephra, or hot glassy volcanic fragments, as well as volcanic ash, pumice, scoria and reticulite, which can fall on the ground within one to three miles of the eruptive vents.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 8 Dec. 2025
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Adjective
Despite his impassive eyes, balding pate, and slit of a smile, Robert Duvall could be volcanic and melancholic, mysterious and straightforward, vengeful and merciful.
—Peter Tonguette, The Washington Examiner, 27 Feb. 2026
Yet another exomoon search method involves looking for them via—of all things—volcanic activity.
—Phil Plait, Scientific American, 27 Feb. 2026
Noun
Soil types include alluvial, sedimentary, and volcanic, all of which contribute to the complex flavor profile of these amazing Oakville AVA wines.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 15 Jan. 2026
Volcanologists also warned of tephra, or hot glassy volcanic fragments, as well as volcanic ash, pumice, scoria and reticulite, which can fall on the ground within one to three miles of the eruptive vents.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 8 Dec. 2025
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“Volcanic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/volcanic. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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