1
as in unrest
a disturbed or uneasy state
was in turmoil most of the night, trying to convince himself he had made the right decision
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as in commotion
a state of noisy, confused activity
avoided the turmoil of the mall during the holiday season
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Recent Examples of turmoil
Kim’s comments mark North Korea’s first official response since the new South Korean government took office on June 4 following months of political turmoil over the disgraced former leader Yoon Suk Yeol’s martial law declaration in December.
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Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 28 July 2025
Investors chasing all-time highs now face the prospect of a 1970s-style double-dip bear market, where stock returns stagnated amid economic turmoil.
—Dan Irvine, Forbes.com, 27 July 2025
From Albania to Serbia, the influences of turmoil over the centuries on its architecture, cuisine, and artistic heritage can only be truly understood when experienced in person.
—AFAR Media, 26 July 2025
Many independent pharmacies are in turmoil throughout the US.
—Mark Dent, HubSpot, 25 July 2025
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Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 28 July 2025
Investors chasing all-time highs now face the prospect of a 1970s-style double-dip bear market, where stock returns stagnated amid economic turmoil.
—Dan Irvine, Forbes.com, 27 July 2025
From Albania to Serbia, the influences of turmoil over the centuries on its architecture, cuisine, and artistic heritage can only be truly understood when experienced in person.
—AFAR Media, 26 July 2025
Many independent pharmacies are in turmoil throughout the US.
—Mark Dent, HubSpot, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for turmoil
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So, audiences are in for a special treat Friday as the organization returns to its Los Angeles roots to uplift local artistry and, hopefully, foster community within the city after several years of ongoing strife from fires and labor strikes to social unrest and economic hardship.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
1 Aug. 2025
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According to local lore, the half-mile tunnel was conceived less for convenience than for security, built during a time of civil unrest.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
29 July 2025
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As the gathering went on, González Gutiérrez heard, on top of the helicopter, loud voices and a general commotion outside.—
Geraldo Cadava,
New Yorker,
23 July 2025
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All the commotion and brutality complicate an otherwise mundane task: visiting Mom for the weekend.—
Madison Bloom,
Pitchfork,
17 July 2025
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The move sparked anxiety, confusion and intense pushback from public school districts and advocates nationwide.—
Rachel Wegner,
The Tennessean,
27 July 2025
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Besides confusion among the crowd and a brief delay turning over Hall H from one panel to the next, the alarm did not seem to cause any major disruption to Friday's festivities.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
26 July 2025
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Police standoff after murders Lenexa police responded around 8:30 p.m. to the Donovan family home in the 7900 block of Hallet Street for a reported armed disturbance.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
23 July 2025
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The tropical disturbance the National Hurricane Center is currently eyeing is hundreds of miles away from the Caribbean, in a stretch of ocean hurricane scientists call the main development region.—
Alex Harris,
Miami Herald,
21 July 2025
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Just to add to the excitement, the annual Perseids meteor shower — which peaks in August — could add to the show.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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And that’s why there’s a mutual excitement about the possibilities that can come out of this collaborative effort.—
Mary Ramsey
July 28,
Charlotte Observer,
28 July 2025
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Among the topics discussed: Nikola Jokic caused a stir in NBA circles by … doing nothing?!—
Matt Schubert,
Denver Post,
16 July 2025
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The allegations created quite a stir—and resulted in litigation.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Where the negotiations with the Bengals stand Talks and tensions between Hamilton County and the Bengals have escalated as both sides have traded accusations of violating the Paycor Stadium lease.—
Scott Wartman,
The Enquirer,
30 July 2025
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Despite signs of stock market stabilization and amongst ongoing trade tensions, consumer confidence is teetering on the edge.—
Gary Drenik,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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Chicken in a hurry is a quick and easy chicken dinner recipe that requires very little prep work and calls for only pantry staple ingredients, including peanut butter, hot pepper jelly, and soy sauce.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
26 July 2025
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After being charted by Pro Football Focus for three tackles and two quarterback hurries during his initial preseason, Olajiga was waived by the Rams at the league’s cutdown to 53 players last August.—
Oliver Thomas,
Forbes.com,
20 July 2025
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“Turmoil.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turmoil. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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