Such pronouncements, people close to the talks said, are partly to blame for the uncertain and volatile atmosphere here.

In such a volatile political atmosphere Mahler needed an early demonstration of his German cultural credentials.

He had proven himself to be quick-witted, strong, and one who could thrive in the volatile atmosphere of the Defense Force.

The volatile atmosphere described in the screenplay is not matched by Mr. Drazan's straightforward direction.

In the film's volatile atmosphere, it's possible to be standing with a friend at one moment, turn your back and then find him shot dead.

The film's edgy, volatile atmosphere and Gerry's pathetic naivete make his ordeal that much more monstrous as it unfolds.

This volatile atmosphere could only result in a final solution for both sides, in which the winner would take all.

In this volatile atmosphere, the nation's fledgling efforts at modern democracy failed.

In a volatile atmosphere we made a decision.

The increasingly volatile political atmosphere in South America during the 1870s caused his father to retire and leave Venezuela.