as in unpredictable
likely to change frequently, suddenly, or unexpectedly
a boss of volatile moods is frustrating to work for
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Recent Examples of volatile
But with a narrow majority, his time in the role was volatile — and short-lived.
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Zak Hudak, CBS News, 19 June 2026
Oil markets can be highly volatile and opinions in the sector may change instantaneously and without notice.
—Gaurav Sharma, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
For two decades, Washington has debated how to engage with this volatile region.
—Thomas Wright, The Atlantic, 19 June 2026
Weiss described transportation impact fees as a volatile alternative.
—Stephen Hudak, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 June 2026
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Zak Hudak, CBS News, 19 June 2026
Oil markets can be highly volatile and opinions in the sector may change instantaneously and without notice.
—Gaurav Sharma, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
For two decades, Washington has debated how to engage with this volatile region.
—Thomas Wright, The Atlantic, 19 June 2026
Weiss described transportation impact fees as a volatile alternative.
—Stephen Hudak, The Orlando Sentinel, 18 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for volatile
Recent Examples of Synonyms for volatile
Adjective
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The rapid rise and fall underscored silver's reputation as one of the market's most unpredictable assets.—
Faith Wakefield,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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The restaurant intended to add automatic 18 percent tips to every bill, since international tipping culture is often unpredictable.—
Rachel Siegel,
CNN Money,
16 June 2026
Adjective
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If these fixes apply after the system has already verified the human and if that identity foundation is shallow, even strong transaction records rest on unstable ground.—
Jeffrey Highman,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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Engineers always knew the cliffs were unstable Last Chance Grade was first built as a wagon trail through the dense redwood forest in 1894.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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Because interest rates are often variable, payments can fluctuate over time, your minimum payment could decrease or increase significantly over the life of the loan.—
Kevin Cerveny,
Kansas City Star,
15 June 2026
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All three also support variable refresh rate to automatically adjust for performance or battery savings.—
Matthew Buzzi,
PC Magazine,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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Marte, who spent two seasons with the Phillies as an inconsistent but frequently used bullpen arm during their recent playoff runs, will join the Pirates' Triple-A affiliate.—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
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On Thursday, prosecutors dropped the charges against Edwards, Amir Fagan, and Chashonn Toney saying this video is indeed inconsistent with facts in the indictment.—
Megan De Mar,
CBS News,
19 June 2026
Adjective
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Rigorous, blustery winter; winding sleety spring; hot, moist enervating summer; changeful autumn with its dog-days; these are absolutely unknown.—
San Diego Union-Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Jan. 2023
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Hers is the kind of face that inspires directors to tight framing — gleaming, as if smoothed from marble, and yet somehow pliant, changeful.—
Jordan Kisner Jack Davison,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2022
Adjective
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Current guidance suggests quiet to unsettled conditions on 18 June, with activity expected to increase from 19 to 20 June.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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The unsettled weather is forecast to continue into the evening.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
Adjective
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The agreement, however, remains uncertain.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
18 June 2026
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The continued legal wrangling made uncertain what his status could be for Tech's remaining games.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 June 2026
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“Volatile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/volatile. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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