as in commotion
a state of noisy, confused activity
economic news that unleashed a hurricane on the trading floor
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Recent Examples of hurricane
Nearly 100 names have been retired from the Atlantic hurricane name lists since 1954, according to NOAA.
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/ Cbs News, CBS News, 1 June 2025
Even if Florida dodges a direct hit by a major hurricane this year, the uncertainty of storm-prediction capabilities and recovery aid are likely to drive Florida’s property insurance industry into a maelstrom of uncertainty, potentially fueling catastrophic rate increases.
—Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 June 2025
Then arrange votives, or candles in hurricanes, on a table for a warm glow.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2025
The Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1, with President Donald Trump’s plans for FEMA still unclear.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 21 May 2025
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/ Cbs News, CBS News, 1 June 2025
Even if Florida dodges a direct hit by a major hurricane this year, the uncertainty of storm-prediction capabilities and recovery aid are likely to drive Florida’s property insurance industry into a maelstrom of uncertainty, potentially fueling catastrophic rate increases.
—Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 June 2025
Then arrange votives, or candles in hurricanes, on a table for a warm glow.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2025
The Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1, with President Donald Trump’s plans for FEMA still unclear.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hurricane
Noun
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Bass won’t hang around with that kind of commotion going on.—
Ted Janes,
Outdoor Life,
29 May 2025
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Moments after Tommy left the theater to start packing, Ellie and Jesse heard a commotion in the lobby.—
Alli Rosenbloom,
CNN Money,
25 May 2025
Noun
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Even minor environmental disturbances can attract intense scrutiny and provoke strong reactions, making the industry more susceptible to reputational damage than many others.—
Anthony Milewski,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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Additionally, those with restrictive calorie diets reported higher numbers of depressive symptoms, including low mood, low energy and sleep disturbances.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
5 June 2025
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Chance of lightning increases as a thunderstorm approaches and peaks when the storm is overhead.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
4 June 2025
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Additionally, about 6,600 acres of degraded coastal land will be improved to provide a third buffer against coastal storms and erosion processes.—
Suzanne Wright,
USA Today,
4 June 2025
Noun
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Though Clark may be out, the Fever still have a talented squad that can put up buckets in a hurry.—
Devin Robertson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 June 2025
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Pod coffee was an easier way to make a single cup in a hurry.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
24 May 2025
Noun
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Nintendo caused a slight stir after the Switch 2 reveal.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
5 June 2025
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From the first chop to the final stir, Wendy and her mother serve up more than just a traditional Igbo recipe.—
Essence,
Essence,
30 May 2025
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The turmoil at key U.S. agencies threatens everything from forecast quality to storm recovery.—
Alan Ohnsman,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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This turmoil was nothing new for fans who’ve been around since the days of Keith Moon.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
1 June 2025
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But the city was overrun with his target audience—white progressives, left-leaning university faculty, and impressionable students who could be counted on to kick up a fuss.—
Deborah Baker
June 3,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2025
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And even if House RINOs make a fuss, Senate conservatives would have the president’s bully pulpit as the enforcer to help get the entire party into line.—
Tiana Lowe Doescher,
The Washington Examiner,
30 May 2025
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Speaking their language with specific quantitative proof points can help B2B marketers rise above the noise and appeal directly to purchase decisions.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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Another order instructs the FAA to establish a standard for noise certification and lift a ban on overland supersonic flight.—
Francesca Chambers,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
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“Hurricane.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hurricane. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.
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