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
Kim’s comments mark North Korea’s first official response since the new South Korean government took office on June 4 following months of political turmoil over the disgraced former leader Yoon Suk Yeol’s martial law declaration in December.
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Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 28 July 2025
Investors chasing all-time highs now face the prospect of a 1970s-style double-dip bear market, where stock returns stagnated amid economic turmoil.
—Dan Irvine, Forbes.com, 27 July 2025
From Albania to Serbia, the influences of turmoil over the centuries on its architecture, cuisine, and artistic heritage can only be truly understood when experienced in person.
—AFAR Media, 26 July 2025
Many independent pharmacies are in turmoil throughout the US.
—Mark Dent, HubSpot, 25 July 2025
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Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 28 July 2025
Investors chasing all-time highs now face the prospect of a 1970s-style double-dip bear market, where stock returns stagnated amid economic turmoil.
—Dan Irvine, Forbes.com, 27 July 2025
From Albania to Serbia, the influences of turmoil over the centuries on its architecture, cuisine, and artistic heritage can only be truly understood when experienced in person.
—AFAR Media, 26 July 2025
Many independent pharmacies are in turmoil throughout the US.
—Mark Dent, HubSpot, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for turmoil
Noun
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The company, which now has a manufacturing supply chain stretching from Vietnam to Peru, is in a decent position to weather trade unrest.—
Peter Vanham,
Fortune,
21 July 2025
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Volcanic unrest and gas hazard areas Contributing: Jennifer Borresen and Shawn J. Sullivan, USA TODAY.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
17 July 2025
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As the gathering went on, González Gutiérrez heard, on top of the helicopter, loud voices and a general commotion outside.—
Geraldo Cadava,
New Yorker,
23 July 2025
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All the commotion and brutality complicate an otherwise mundane task: visiting Mom for the weekend.—
Madison Bloom,
Pitchfork,
17 July 2025
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The move sparked anxiety, confusion and intense pushback from public school districts and advocates nationwide.—
Rachel Wegner,
The Tennessean,
27 July 2025
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Besides confusion among the crowd and a brief delay turning over Hall H from one panel to the next, the alarm did not seem to cause any major disruption to Friday's festivities.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
26 July 2025
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Police standoff after murders Lenexa police responded around 8:30 p.m. to the Donovan family home in the 7900 block of Hallet Street for a reported armed disturbance.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
23 July 2025
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The tropical disturbance the National Hurricane Center is currently eyeing is hundreds of miles away from the Caribbean, in a stretch of ocean hurricane scientists call the main development region.—
Alex Harris,
Miami Herald,
21 July 2025
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Heather raises her hands in the air as Haack can be seen beaming with excitement.—
Natalia Senanayake,
People.com,
28 July 2025
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And that’s why there’s a mutual excitement about the possibilities that can come out of this collaborative effort.—
Mary Ramsey
July 28,
Charlotte Observer,
28 July 2025
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Among the topics discussed: Nikola Jokic caused a stir in NBA circles by … doing nothing?!—
Matt Schubert,
Denver Post,
16 July 2025
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The allegations created quite a stir—and resulted in litigation.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Where the negotiations with the Bengals stand Talks and tensions between Hamilton County and the Bengals have escalated as both sides have traded accusations of violating the Paycor Stadium lease.—
Scott Wartman,
The Enquirer,
30 July 2025
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As Toni, Trina, Towanda, Tamar, and Ms. Evelyn continue to share their lives following Traci’s passing, tensions mount, but love remains present.—
Mya Abraham,
VIBE.com,
29 July 2025
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Chicken in a hurry is a quick and easy chicken dinner recipe that requires very little prep work and calls for only pantry staple ingredients, including peanut butter, hot pepper jelly, and soy sauce.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
26 July 2025
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Robinson, the Dolphins’ 2024 first-round pick, blossomed as a pass rushing force in the second half of his rookie season, contributing six sacks and 42 quarterback hurries in 2024.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
20 July 2025
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“Turmoil.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turmoil. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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