as in commotion
a state of noisy, confused activity
predictably, the royal scandal caused quite a kerfuffle on Fleet Street
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Recent Examples of kerfuffle
The kerfuffle occurs after Democratic candidates of color accused state party leaders of trying to oust them from the race in favor of white candidates, who have more support in opinion polls.
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Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 14 Mar. 2026
The kerfuffle called into question Murray's work ethic, and his relationship with the franchise was never quite the same.
—CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026
The kerfuffle called into question Murray’s work habits, and his relationship with the franchise was never the same.
—Dave Campbell, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Use that energy to check in with a collaborator about an upcoming event plan or ongoing kerfuffle — something that needs extra direction to succeed.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 24 Feb. 2026
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Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 14 Mar. 2026
The kerfuffle called into question Murray's work ethic, and his relationship with the franchise was never quite the same.
—CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026
The kerfuffle called into question Murray’s work habits, and his relationship with the franchise was never the same.
—Dave Campbell, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Use that energy to check in with a collaborator about an upcoming event plan or ongoing kerfuffle — something that needs extra direction to succeed.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 24 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kerfuffle
Noun
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Team parents were staying at our hotel where there was a commotion in the lobby.—
Kels Dayton,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2026
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The Crystal Police Department said between 75 and 150 children caused the commotion at Becker Park earlier this week.—
Anthony Bettin,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Add sugar and stir until sugar has completely dissolved.—
C.W. Cameron,
AJC.com,
29 Mar. 2026
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Punch took the world by storm after images of him dragging the orange plushy behind him circulated on social media, causing such a stir that the zoo has since made special rules to accommodate the influx of visitors.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Garcia said detectives have learned that Serrano was not connected to the initial domestic disturbance call that brought officers to the neighborhood.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 Mar. 2026
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Several fungal species are most often carried by dust and other soil disturbances, posing health risks when inhaled.—
Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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One is beautiful and famous the world over; the other is even more beautiful yet content not to have to put up with all the fuss and attention.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Mar. 2026
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But the first phase of curbside construction isn’t expected to cause much fuss for drivers.—
Megan Rodriguez,
San Antonio Express-News,
18 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Those crises required two large IMF deals supported by tens of billions of dollars in Gulf aid and investments, reflecting a long-standing view among Gulf capitals that stability in the most populous Arab country is key to preventing wider turmoil.—
Alaa Shahine Salha,
semafor.com,
2 Apr. 2026
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Kara Ng, senior economist at Zillow Home Loans, said the mortgage-rate shock, fueled by bond market turmoil linked to the war in Iran, could stall the spring housing market if the conflict drags on.—
Samantha Delouya,
CNN Money,
2 Apr. 2026
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Just don't be in a hurry to get there.—
Bill Goodykoontz,
AZCentral.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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Don’t be in a hurry, as this grace period will keep your home from being filled with toxic fumes from the new installation.—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Kerfuffle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kerfuffle. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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