chaos theory
noun
: a branch of mathematical and physical theory that deals with the nature and consequences of chaos and chaotic systems
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In chaos theory, there’s a concept known as the butterfly effect—the idea that a seemingly small action, occurring at just the right moment, can trigger ripple effects that grow across time and space.
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Robert Pearl, Forbes.com, 27 Apr. 2025
But here’s where Trump’s chaos theory becomes so effective.
—Anita Chabria, Los Angeles Times, 21 Apr. 2025
Think chaos theory: a butterfly flaps its wings in Brazil, and a tornado hits Texas.
—Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Follows explained that recent years have seen a spike in films about chaos theory and the breakdown of societies — a clear sign, in his view, of the lack of control that so many people feel over their everyday lives.
—Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 22 Oct. 2024
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Robert Pearl, Forbes.com, 27 Apr. 2025
But here’s where Trump’s chaos theory becomes so effective.
—Anita Chabria, Los Angeles Times, 21 Apr. 2025
Think chaos theory: a butterfly flaps its wings in Brazil, and a tornado hits Texas.
—Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Follows explained that recent years have seen a spike in films about chaos theory and the breakdown of societies — a clear sign, in his view, of the lack of control that so many people feel over their everyday lives.
—Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 22 Oct. 2024
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“Chaos theory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chaos%20theory. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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