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
At its core is volcanic-ash bentonite clay, an ingredient rich in minerals including calcium, magnesium, and silica.
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Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 16 Feb. 2026
Schrodinger basin, a large impact crater near the moon’s south pole, shows evidence of geologically recent volcanic activity.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Feb. 2026
The ancient city of Beppu, on the volcanic Japanese island of Kyushu, has long been shaped by its geothermal activity—people from all over the world flock here for its renowned hot springs (onsen).
—Annabelle Dufraigne, Architectural Digest, 12 Feb. 2026
But geologically the country could hardly be younger, being entirely volcanic.
—Literary Hub, 11 Feb. 2026
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Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 16 Feb. 2026
Schrodinger basin, a large impact crater near the moon’s south pole, shows evidence of geologically recent volcanic activity.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Feb. 2026
The ancient city of Beppu, on the volcanic Japanese island of Kyushu, has long been shaped by its geothermal activity—people from all over the world flock here for its renowned hot springs (onsen).
—Annabelle Dufraigne, Architectural Digest, 12 Feb. 2026
But geologically the country could hardly be younger, being entirely volcanic.
—Literary Hub, 11 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for volcanic
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Lastly, some members of the mainstream media’s reports on the violent anti-ICE protests in Minneapolis have been draped in gross mischaracterizations and gaping omissions.—
Michael Zais,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2026
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The president’s recent announcement of progress has been somewhat overshadowed by violent crimes making headlines daily.—
Alexandra Mendoza,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Feb. 2026
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The faces of those women represented an unbroken chain of those who survived turbulent histories before me.—
Lara N. Dotson-Renta,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Feb. 2026
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This is something that is common around young stars that have turbulent and violent environments, but is uncommon for stars as old as ASASSN-24fw, estimated to be around 1 billion years old.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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This time, the soloist was the stellar emerging pianist Yunchan Lim, who keeps to himself, either lost in dreamy reverie or, like a jumpy teenager, in ferocious attack mode.—
Classical Music Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Fullerton's ferocious winds toppled trees onto homes, cars and trucks, jolting neighbors awake early Wednesday morning.—
Michele Gile,
CBS News,
19 Feb. 2026
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Some of the fiercest storms in the South were reported near Lake Charles, Louisiana, where high winds from a thunderstorm overturned a horse trailer and a Mardi Gras float, damaged an airport jet bridge and flung the metal awning from a house into power lines.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
15 Feb. 2026
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There’s Manny, Zitzs and EZ, who has a way with the girls; Izzy, an abused boy who hides his family’s secrets, and Gloria, as good at sports as the boys and so fierce nobody teases her little sister about her stutter.—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
15 Feb. 2026
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Right next to that is a showcase for Rubin’s frenetic playing in the form of a furious pattern over slashing guitars.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
13 Feb. 2026
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Two other high-ranking music executives from outside the company, who also spoke to The Times on condition of anonymity to maintain relationships there, said talent and agents at Wasserman Music are furious, and planning exits if Wasserman stays much longer.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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Learn about Outside Online's affiliate link policy The Aero Razor delivers explosive speed and a stable, responsive ride without the super stack or the hefty price tag.—
Cory Smith,
Outside,
15 Feb. 2026
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Tens of thousands of unproductive and unplugged oil wells have been abandoned across California — many of which continue to leak potentially explosive methane or toxic benzene.—
Tony Briscoe,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2026
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“Volcanic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/volcanic. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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