as in violent
marked by bursts of destructive force or intense activity
a man with a volcanic temper that could go off at any moment
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Recent Examples of volcanic
The actress and McCormack shared how their writing partnership started with a date, revealed how a volcanic eruption tested their friendship and discussed their process behind the film.
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Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 16 June 2026
In several photos and videos posted on social media, the 30-year-old can be seen descending the sheer face of the crater and gripping handholds while performing various acrobatic tricks before falling into the volcanic waters below.
—Drew Pittock, USA Today, 15 June 2026
SoJo Spa Club in New Jersey sits within easy reach of Manhattan, a quick drive or a 25-minute bus ride from the Port Authority, and offers rooftop views of the city skyline alongside thermal pools, a Korean bath house, a volcanic sand bath, saunas and a fitness center.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 15 June 2026
The eruption was one of the most powerful volcanic events of the ancient world.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 15 June 2026
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Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 16 June 2026
In several photos and videos posted on social media, the 30-year-old can be seen descending the sheer face of the crater and gripping handholds while performing various acrobatic tricks before falling into the volcanic waters below.
—Drew Pittock, USA Today, 15 June 2026
SoJo Spa Club in New Jersey sits within easy reach of Manhattan, a quick drive or a 25-minute bus ride from the Port Authority, and offers rooftop views of the city skyline alongside thermal pools, a Korean bath house, a volcanic sand bath, saunas and a fitness center.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 15 June 2026
The eruption was one of the most powerful volcanic events of the ancient world.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 15 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for volcanic
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Aerion Targaryen Aerion Targaryen (Finn Bennett), also known as Aerion Brightflame, is a volatile and cruel Targaryen prince infamous for his arrogance and violent behavior.—
Skyler Trepel,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
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Nolan seems to be striving for geographic realism interspersed with violent and fantastic episodes.—
David Denby,
New Yorker,
21 June 2026
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For SpaceX, the road was highly turbulent before the fourth Falcon 1 launch successfully reached orbit.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2026
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Stocks closed out a turbulent week on a positive note, but a couple of winning names could soon see a decline.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
19 June 2026
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So playing characters who were so ferocious and bold and confident and determined and all that helped me profoundly in my personal life.—
Brande Victorian,
HollywoodReporter,
18 June 2026
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Your ferocious work ethic and absolutely unshakable moral fiber.—
Scott Bauer,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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Despite a few glimmers of good feeling, today's fierce political divisions have redefined a milestone that has often been marked by unity and optimism, at least for a moment.—
Susan Page,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
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An uncontained blaze in Utah’s Juab County has scorched 34 square miles, forcing the evacuation of Eureka and nearby ranches as firefighters race to shield homes amid fierce winds.—
Valerie Gonzalez,
Los Angeles Times,
22 June 2026
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Sam Sanders grew up in anger; his father, an alcoholic, would come home from work furious, Matt says, beating Sam with his belt.—
Rob Picheta,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
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Seminole commissioners are furious that Lynx wants to hike costs for its mass transit service — even after the county ditched most of its bus routes last January due to a lack of riders.—
Martin E. Comas,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 June 2026
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Scott says one explosive power training session per week is great for beginners.—
Margaret Cirino,
NPR,
21 June 2026
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The International Committee of the Red Cross said 2025 was the worst year for civilians in a decade, with more than 900 people killed or wounded by explosive devices.—
Ines Capdevila,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
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“Volcanic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/volcanic. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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