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
While Dimon seems perpetually worried about the economy and rising geopolitical turmoil, the U.S. keeps chugging along.
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Hugh Son, CNBC, 30 May 2025
Last month, Offset attempted to fan the flames of the public turmoil their relationship drama has caused on the web.
—Regina Cho, VIBE.com, 29 May 2025
However, the new administration’s tweaking of tactics – some might say, caving to economic turmoil – has included temporarily trimming certain tariff levels.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 27 May 2025
Brown said those Big Tech companies affirming or even raising guidance saved the entire stock market from the massive turmoil in April.
—Yun Li, CNBC, 20 May 2025
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Hugh Son, CNBC, 30 May 2025
Last month, Offset attempted to fan the flames of the public turmoil their relationship drama has caused on the web.
—Regina Cho, VIBE.com, 29 May 2025
However, the new administration’s tweaking of tactics – some might say, caving to economic turmoil – has included temporarily trimming certain tariff levels.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 27 May 2025
Brown said those Big Tech companies affirming or even raising guidance saved the entire stock market from the massive turmoil in April.
—Yun Li, CNBC, 20 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for turmoil
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His electoral campaign had centered on the promise of putting an end to the unrest in Donbas, which had been rumbling on for years.—
Anna Batta,
The Conversation,
2 June 2025
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Fuller had been watching the Continent’s social unrest for some time, and writing about it in the Tribune.—
James Marcus,
New Yorker,
2 June 2025
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After 'tremendous commotion,' Cassie screamed, 'Isn't anybody seeing this?' Some of the most compelling testimony has come from former Combs former personal assistant, George Kaplan.—
Josh Meyer,
USA Today,
29 May 2025
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Video footage from that day shows commotion and ICE agents entangled with members of Congress and their staff.—
Ashleigh Fields,
The Hill,
13 May 2025
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Plus, the bars are shaped like an ‘S’ and a ‘C’, so there’s no confusion as to which is which.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
27 May 2025
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Industry opponents — including one company employing unconventional methods — are pushing for a veto, arguing the law would sow confusion in a growing market and ultimately harm consumers looking for a safe, effective product.—
Nick Coltrain,
Denver Post,
23 May 2025
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This tactic is best for certain veggies and flowers like tomatoes and marigolds that can handle some root disturbance; other plants have more sensitive roots that won't tolerate transplanting well, such as root vegetables.—
Viveka Neveln,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 May 2025
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The northeastern beach tiger beetle’s inability to endure human disturbance has wiped it out everywhere except three remote corners of the U.S., one of which is Hughlett Point.—
Simon Davidson,
Travel + Leisure,
25 May 2025
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As excitement builds for Culture’s Biggest Night, BET promises more major announcements and surprise performances in the days leading up to the event.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
29 May 2025
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Todd and Julie's children, Chase and Kyle, additionally shared their excitement about their parent's pardon.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon , Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
29 May 2025
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Spacey’s visit to Cannes, which Variety understands could even include a red carpet appearance at the Palais, is likely to cause something of a stir.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
18 May 2025
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His comments caused such a stir that team owner John Henry flew to meet with Devers in Kansas City, where the team was playing last week.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
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While the two sides announced a temporary tariff truce earlier this month, tensions flared against this week.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
30 May 2025
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Almost every organization has a version of this tension.—
Talie Smith,
Forbes.com,
30 May 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
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Rafael Nadal was a tennis warrior, to be sure: a competitive beast dripping with sweat and relentless in-the-moment ambition who could give the opposition a faraway gaze in a hurry.—
Christopher Clarey,
Air Mail,
24 May 2025
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“Turmoil.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turmoil. Accessed 7 Jun. 2025.
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