turmoil
noun
tur·moil
ˈtər-ˌmȯi(-ə)l 
: a state or condition of extreme confusion, agitation, or commotion
Examples of turmoil in a Sentence
The country has been in turmoil for the past 10 years.
a period of political turmoil
His life has been in a constant turmoil.
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His answer, given the exceptional political and economic turmoil in Canada, was a bit surprising.
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Savannah Kuchar, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2025
His answer, given the exceptional political and economic turmoil in Canada, was a bit surprising.
—Ian Austen, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2025
Mecklenburg Democrats are poised to pick their next leader after months of turmoil following the 2024 election.
—Mary Ramsey, Charlotte Observer, 25 Apr. 2025
The company expects to capitalize on the current macroeconomic turmoil.
—Peter Cohan, Forbes.com, 25 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for turmoil
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“Turmoil.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/turmoil. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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turmoil
noun
tur·moil
ˈtər-ˌmȯil
: a very confused or disturbed state or condition
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