unstable

Example Sentences

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It was a stress test — and it revealed that even safe assets can become unstable when everyone relies on them at once.

From MarketWatch

They see the world as dangerous and unstable.

From The Wall Street Journal

The town, built on unstable terrain, was battered by a powerful storm which hit southern Italy last week.

From Barron's

It has been an unstable year for most students, despite the efforts of administrators and the district, said Suzanne Hudson, a parent of a junior.

From Los Angeles Times

The unstable state of the world has weighed on luxury sales over the last few years, crimping profits at luxury groups which had enjoyed a post-Covid sales bonanza.

From Barron's