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
That matters for investors seeking capital preservation as equity and bond markets remain volatile.
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Artem Milinchuk, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
Each evaluation brought new surprises as volatile citrus notes gained longevity and complexity.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 8 July 2025
Trump invited Netanyahu to Washington after a volatile four-year stretch between the two.
—Eric Cortellessa, Time, 8 July 2025
The Prime Day event comes at a time when U.S. consumers are not feeling very optimistic about the economy as negotiations between the U.S. and its global trading partners continue to be volatile.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 8 July 2025
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Artem Milinchuk, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
Each evaluation brought new surprises as volatile citrus notes gained longevity and complexity.
—Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 8 July 2025
Trump invited Netanyahu to Washington after a volatile four-year stretch between the two.
—Eric Cortellessa, Time, 8 July 2025
The Prime Day event comes at a time when U.S. consumers are not feeling very optimistic about the economy as negotiations between the U.S. and its global trading partners continue to be volatile.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 8 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for volatile
Adjective
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Unlike cheaper rebounders that can feel stiff or unpredictable, this one stays sturdy and responsive.—
Jordan Galloway,
SELF,
15 July 2025
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Trump criticized the Russian leader, describing Putin as unpredictable.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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For manufacturers using Odoo, a strategic approach to agentic AI can help prepare for unstable markets, rising costs, shifting customer demands and hostile geopolitics.—
Dmitriy Stepanov,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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But Haiti remains unstable, Columbus' Manuel said, disputing the government's claim that conditions have improved there.—
Danae King,
USA Today,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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Support for variable refresh rate (VRR), auto low-latency mode (ALLM), and AMD FreeSync Premium just take the gaming experience a notch higher.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
9 July 2025
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Coastal regions may experience more variable weather, but August typically brings warm, dry conditions that are ideal for eclipse viewing.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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Look for inconsistent job titles, company descriptions, locations and services across all platforms.—
Don Dodds,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Biking advocates worry about inconsistent rules across the suburban landscape.—
Paulina Czupryna,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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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
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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
Adjective
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Lake Bluff village trustees are continuing to discuss issues related to its flag policy, but the matter remains unsettled.—
Daniel I. Dorfman,
Chicago Tribune,
30 June 2025
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The dog had become restless, unsettled, and had reacted suddenly, snapping at whoever was closest, which happened to be me.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 June 2025
Adjective
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The future is uncertain for both the league and its players.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
7 July 2025
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Culture provides a grip in an uncertain world, whether racing through growth or crisis mode.—
Umang Modi,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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“Volatile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/volatile. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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