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“helter”

The following 4 entries include the term helter.

helter-skelter

adjective

acting or done with excessive or careless speed

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helter-skelter

adverb

in a confused and reckless manner

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helter-skelter

noun

a state of noisy, confused activity

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helter-skelters

noun

a state of noisy, confused activity

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