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
This turmoil has disrupted critical educational planning and governance, leaving students, educators, and parents in a state of uncertainty.
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Matt Gonzales, New York Daily News, 23 Feb. 2025
After the detainment and questioning of more than 40 U.S. citizens produce no solid leads and a second, smaller cyberattack on a consumer bank leaves the nation in turmoil, George appears to be losing control of the investigation — and the country is losing its faith in him.
—Lynsey Eidell, People.com, 22 Feb. 2025
The Justice Department has faced turmoil over the past several weeks amid scrutiny from the Trump administration.
—Jacob Rosen, CBS News, 22 Feb. 2025
The shock-and-awe firings of the new Trump administration's first month continue to unleash turmoil in Washington's cybersecurity workforce.
—Megan Morrone, Axios, 21 Feb. 2025
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Matt Gonzales, New York Daily News, 23 Feb. 2025
After the detainment and questioning of more than 40 U.S. citizens produce no solid leads and a second, smaller cyberattack on a consumer bank leaves the nation in turmoil, George appears to be losing control of the investigation — and the country is losing its faith in him.
—Lynsey Eidell, People.com, 22 Feb. 2025
The Justice Department has faced turmoil over the past several weeks amid scrutiny from the Trump administration.
—Jacob Rosen, CBS News, 22 Feb. 2025
The shock-and-awe firings of the new Trump administration's first month continue to unleash turmoil in Washington's cybersecurity workforce.
—Megan Morrone, Axios, 21 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for turmoil
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Pro-Palestinian sentiments still run strong among the peoples of the region, and history has proven how civil unrest can quickly lead to instability even in nominally stable nations.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
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Political tensions rise over resource allocation, with social unrest more frequent.—
Ingmar Rentzhog,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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The commotion prompted House Speaker Mike Johnson to pound his gavel, warn Green to sit down and eventually have the lawmaker removed by the sergeant at arms.—
Phillip M. Bailey,
USA TODAY,
5 Mar. 2025
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The commotion continued for Saldaña, Brody (snagging his second Best Actor win) and Madison, who was met with congratulations at every turn.—
Ryma Chikhoune,
WWD,
3 Mar. 2025
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Unlike his Western European counterparts, who waver between moral grandstanding and strategic confusion, Duda has taken the only approach that actually strengthens European security: full alignment with American leadership.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
3 Mar. 2025
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Each stanza reflects the confusion, horror and uncertainty that of the battle to keep Fort McHenry — and thus the City of Baltimore — from falling into British hands.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA TODAY,
3 Mar. 2025
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Drinks Limit liquids at least one to two hours before bed to prevent sleep disturbances.—
Lauren Panoff, MPH, RD,
Verywell Health,
28 Feb. 2025
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Police responded around 8 a.m. to a residence in the 3200 block of Brooklyn Avenue on a disturbance call, said Officer Alayna Gonzalez, a spokeswoman for the Kansas City Police Department.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
27 Feb. 2025
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Part of the excitement is fueled by the fact that it will be overseen by none other than the British celebrity makeup artist, Pat McGrath, as the Creative Director of Cosmetics.—
Jessica Ourisman,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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Their announcement Wednesday was full of excitement from fans, friends and teammates.—
Doha Madani,
NBC News,
5 Mar. 2025
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Celebrities excluded from the Oscars In Memoriam tribute is causing a stir online.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
3 Mar. 2025
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The $400 million item in the procurement document caused a stir.—
Bobby Allyn,
NPR,
24 Feb. 2025
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The frenzy threatened not only to destroy China’s ruling Qing dynasty, struggling with rampant societal chaos, but also to worsen tensions among Western nations seeking strategic harbors, coaling stations, and economic exploitation in that Asian land.—
Robert W. Merry,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
7 Mar. 2025
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Rather, according to the article, their union ended because of tension in their work and married life.—
Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
7 Mar. 2025
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Read the full Capricorn Daily Horoscope Aquarius (January 20 - February 18) In a hurry?—
USA TODAY,
USA TODAY,
3 Mar. 2025
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But that could change in a hurry if USC can’t take care of business against Washington on Wednesday.—
Ryan Kartje,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Mar. 2025
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“Turmoil.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turmoil. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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