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
Experienced vine dressers weave the canes into basket-like forms that rest close to the island’s volcanic soil, protecting grapes from wind and harsh conditions.
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Noel Burgess,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
The 660-plus scrolls stayed buried under volcanic mud until they were excavated in the 1700s from a single room that archaeologists believe held the personal working library of an Epicurean philosopher named Philodemus.
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ArsTechnica,
30 June 2026
Potatoes from the state stand out because of Idaho’s ideal growing conditions, including rich, volcanic soil, climate and irrigation, according to the Big Idaho Potato website.
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Zuri Primos,
Kansas City Star,
27 June 2026
That story still has some way to go after Cape Verde — an archipelagic country made up of 10 volcanic islands, just off the coast of West Africa — became surprise qualifiers for the World Cup’s knockout stages.
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Daniel Taylor,
New York Times,
27 June 2026
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Noel Burgess,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
The 660-plus scrolls stayed buried under volcanic mud until they were excavated in the 1700s from a single room that archaeologists believe held the personal working library of an Epicurean philosopher named Philodemus.
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ArsTechnica,
30 June 2026
Potatoes from the state stand out because of Idaho’s ideal growing conditions, including rich, volcanic soil, climate and irrigation, according to the Big Idaho Potato website.
—
Zuri Primos,
Kansas City Star,
27 June 2026
That story still has some way to go after Cape Verde — an archipelagic country made up of 10 volcanic islands, just off the coast of West Africa — became surprise qualifiers for the World Cup’s knockout stages.
—
Daniel Taylor,
New York Times,
27 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for volcanic
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Dinah Voyles Pulver, a national correspondent for USA TODAY, writes about violent weather, climate change and other news.
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English soccer fans have earned a reputation for violent hooliganism, hurling plastic chairs and brawling their way across the piazzas and boulevards of Europe.
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Weaker global markets, which have impacted tech stock valuations, and the turbulent performance of SpaceX’s recent massive IPO were among the top concerns cited by insiders who have made the case that patience is a virtue.
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His confirmation closes one of the most turbulent presidential searches in UF history.
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Known for his command of ferocious demon-quelling deities, Zhenwu remains a popular deity in Daoist exorcist rituals in places such as Taiwan.
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That’s because a parasite called Cyclospora, which can contaminate raw produce and causes ferocious and long-lasting bouts of diarrheal illness, is making people sick across several states.
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Its young people are increasingly educated and ambitious but many are frustrated over fierce competition for limited jobs.
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The Pride and Angel City have established a fierce rivalry in their short history.
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The Kang Kon was unveiled a month after the Choe Hyon in May 2025, but it was damaged during a botched launch at the northern port of Chongjin, prompting a furious response from Kim.
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Croatia still furious Despite the correct decision being made, Croatia manager Zlatko Dalić was far from happy, saying VAR had ruined the spirit of the game.
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The explosive back was thought to have at least a fighting chance, considering both his talent and opportunity as the Elks’ clear-cut lead back.
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The department will also deploy counterterrorism resources, explosive detection K-9s, bomb squad personnel and heavy weapons teams, along with plain clothes officers and a harbor unit for the waterways.
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“Volcanic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/volcanic. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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