volatile
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Volatile stocks move a lot, making options more valuable.
From Barron's • May 4, 2026
Volatile trade is likely ahead of the weekend due to the uncertainty around the conflict, NatGasWeather.com says in a note.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026
Volatile elements such as water and nitrogen could help sustain long-term human activity on the moon, reducing the need to ship supplies from Earth and making future exploration more practical.
From Science Daily • Jan. 5, 2026
"Volatile swap rates and a cautionary approach among lenders have led to an abrupt halt in consecutive monthly average rate falls," she said.
From BBC • Oct. 13, 2025
Spirits of Hartshorn or Volatile Alkali.—This is not needed for etching, but it is well to have it at hand, in case you should spatter your clothes with acid.
From A Treatise on Etching by Lalanne, Maxime
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