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mercurial

[mer-kyoor-ee-uhl] / mərˈkjʊər i əl /


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With Dylan, he recalled the mercurial genius’ impish side.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 3, 2026

It’s just the latest sign that the launch of a whole ecosystem of ETFs has done little to buttress bitcoin against the whims of mercurial investors.

From MarketWatch Jun. 30, 2026

The trial also showed Musk’s volcanic temper and mercurial side.

From The Wall Street Journal May 16, 2026

But it will have its work cut out to placate the mercurial Republican.

From Barron's Apr. 28, 2026

In Lagos, the harmattan was a mere veil of haze, but in Nsukka, it was a raging, mercurial presence; the mornings were crisp, the afternoons ashen with heat, and the nights unknown.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie




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