boom-or-bust
Americanadjective
Example Sentences
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Perkins, the founder of Skylar Capital Management, wagers in the notoriously boom-or-bust energy markets, while working on two startups, SkyFi and SynMax.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 26, 2026
They may just want to prepare for more boom-or-bust days ahead.
From Barron's ● Mar. 17, 2026
That win made the Rams’ all-in, boom-or-bust mentality pay off for owner Stan Kroenke.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 25, 2023
The plan appears to be boom-or-bust on that side of the ball, but if 5 1/2 turnovers per game is what it takes for USC this is going to be a wild ride.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 11, 2022
Last year, Washington averaged five plays on its opening drive, third fewest in the NFL, and most were boom-or-bust.
From Washington Post ● Sep. 7, 2022
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