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as in moody
frequently influenced by moods and especially bad moods
one of those temperamental actresses who can make life difficult for everyone around her
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as in volatile
likely to change frequently, suddenly, or unexpectedly
stock prices have been pretty temperamental lately, often fluctuating wildly
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Recent Examples of temperamental
From a stubborn, impatient and temperamental child to a calmer, more patient person, Sharma said that Luna has had an undeniable influence on her.
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025
What happened to Gen X? Unlike the odd couple pairing of Trump and former Vice President Mike Pence, who was added to the 2016 ticket to reach Evangelicals and traditional conservatives but was Trump's temperamental opposite, the Trump-Vance match is a MAGA mind meld.
—Zac Anderson, USA TODAY, 8 Mar. 2025
But Velocity builds aren’t delicate collectibles or temperamental garage queens.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 8 Mar. 2025
The beloved, temperamental fruit is a staple in Mexican cuisine, sushi and brunch.
—Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2025
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025
What happened to Gen X? Unlike the odd couple pairing of Trump and former Vice President Mike Pence, who was added to the 2016 ticket to reach Evangelicals and traditional conservatives but was Trump's temperamental opposite, the Trump-Vance match is a MAGA mind meld.
—Zac Anderson, USA TODAY, 8 Mar. 2025
But Velocity builds aren’t delicate collectibles or temperamental garage queens.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 8 Mar. 2025
The beloved, temperamental fruit is a staple in Mexican cuisine, sushi and brunch.
—Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for temperamental
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The firm’s signature contemporary organic style mixes natural materials with details that add a wow factor, like playful wall treatments, moody color palettes, and dazzling lighting.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
15 Apr. 2025
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The muted pink color combination adds just the perfect pop of color (without being too bright) to an otherwise moody or even neutral palette.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Apr. 2025
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But her life is unexpectedly upended by the arrival of a new student in her class: her charming but volatile younger brother Merritt.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
16 Apr. 2025
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Here’s what their analysis found: Only 8.4% of investors executed trades on any of those days, reacting to the volatile market by buying or selling stocks.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
16 Apr. 2025
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What began as an impulsive decision turned into an unforgettable journey, one that gave her the opportunity to experience the U.S. in a way few travelers do.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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This often leads to better returns than active trading, which generally incurs higher costs and taxes and stems from impulsive, emotional decision-making, experts said.—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
5 Apr. 2025
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Fittingly, given the unpredictable nature of the campaign, who knows what the result or circumstances will be at Tottenham Hotspur on the day Hurzeler’s first season draws to a close?—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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Zoom out: Trump's trade policy is unpredictable, with tariffs being set and changed constantly.—
Felix Salmon,
Axios,
8 Apr. 2025
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But the reality is that everyone feels the heat when life is unstable—even therapists.—
Korin Miller,
SELF,
14 Apr. 2025
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Finally, the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act says that schools must enroll and educate students who are with unstable living situations, including migrants, without discrimination.—
Brian Boggs,
The Conversation,
11 Apr. 2025
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“Temperamental.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/temperamental. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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