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as in volatile
likely to change frequently, suddenly, or unexpectedly
the stifling heat would occasionally be relieved by an uncertain breeze
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as in unsure
not feeling sure about the truth, wisdom, or trustworthiness of someone or something
never uncertain of her political beliefs or judgment, she was a decisive and fearless leader
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Recent Examples of uncertain
Whether the snow sticks around long enough for a white Christmas is uncertain.
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arkansasonline.com, 20 Dec. 2024
Though global central banks insist on independence in their monetary policy decisions, a stronger U.S. dollar on the back of higher interest rates — and potentially inflationary tariffs from President-elect Donald Trump — make the outlook for policy easing around the world more uncertain.
—Dylan Butts,karen Gilchrist, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
By working to kill the larger deal, Musk and Trump have also left uncertain the fate of the disaster relief funds, one of the few add-ons to the spending package that has bipartisan support.
—Brian Bennett, TIME, 19 Dec. 2024
When asked about forecasts of future bitcoin gains that could ease the nation’s debt, Kumar says the long-term outlook for bitcoin remains uncertain.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 18 Dec. 2024
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arkansasonline.com, 20 Dec. 2024
Though global central banks insist on independence in their monetary policy decisions, a stronger U.S. dollar on the back of higher interest rates — and potentially inflationary tariffs from President-elect Donald Trump — make the outlook for policy easing around the world more uncertain.
—Dylan Butts,karen Gilchrist, CNBC, 19 Dec. 2024
By working to kill the larger deal, Musk and Trump have also left uncertain the fate of the disaster relief funds, one of the few add-ons to the spending package that has bipartisan support.
—Brian Bennett, TIME, 19 Dec. 2024
When asked about forecasts of future bitcoin gains that could ease the nation’s debt, Kumar says the long-term outlook for bitcoin remains uncertain.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 18 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for uncertain
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It's been a volatile year for Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG)—the media company majority owned by President-elect Donald Trump.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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The flipside of it is that if bitcoin prices crater for any reason — volatile as cryptocurrency can be — MicroStrategy shares may stumble too.Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 24 Dec. 2024
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By comparison, just 38 percent answered yes, while 17 percent were unsure.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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More Economic Uncertainty While the 2024 presidential election might be in the rearview, many experts are unsure what could unfold as the new administration begins.Kristine Gill, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Dec. 2024
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However, logistical challenges, such as unpredictable weather, play a role in these considerations.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
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Success, the author argues, is primarily the product of unpredictable social processes, support from famous sponsors, and a perfect match with the zeitgeist.Christian Stadler, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Godard’s intellectual approach never turns skeptical.Armond White, National Review, 20 Dec. 2024
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Some were skeptical that this could be correct, but more reports were needed to be sure.David Phelan, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Hers is the kind of face that inspires directors to tight framing — gleaming, as if smoothed from marble, and yet somehow pliant, changeful.Jordan Kisner Jack Davison, New York Times, 11 Oct. 2022
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Rigorous, blustery winter; winding sleety spring; hot, moist enervating summer; changeful autumn with its dog-days; these are absolutely unknown.San Diego Union-Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Jan. 2023
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This could be weird network traffic, suspicious logins or unauthorized data access.Sarath Babu Yalavarthi, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
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And don't be afraid to ask for help or report suspicious activity.Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
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Shoes for Deep Snow With protective booties that seal out moisture and major traction that grips even in unstable terrain, these shoes are ready for winter fun.Lisa Jhung, Outside Online, 20 Dec. 2024
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For businesses, relying on open-source components without proper vetting is like building a house on unstable foundations.Steve Wilson, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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True, Anthony Richardson is wildly inconsistent but he’s got the big arm to burn the Broncos deep as Jameis Winston did before Denver’s bye.Hank Gola, New York Daily News, 13 Dec. 2024
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Gruden won a Super Bowl against his former Raiders squad in his first year in Tampa, but the rest of his tenure was wildly inconsistent.Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 13 Dec. 2024
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“Uncertain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/uncertain. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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