as in commotion
a state of noisy, confused activity
for all of the hoopla, very little news emerged from the governor's press conference this afternoon
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Recent Examples of hoopla
In the hoopla of Koy breaking his own audience record at the venue, Iglesias crashed the show, presented his friend with a plaque and laid down the gauntlet in front of 17,500 fans.
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Deputy Entertainment, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
But this season — one devoid of all that hoopla — has been perhaps the most enjoyable of Chastain’s prodigious career.
—Greg Riddle, Dallas Morning News, 25 Feb. 2026
The hoopla surrounding Bad Bunny’s headlining gig provided the perfect opportunity for Turning Point USA to make a splash.
—Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 29 Jan. 2026
Unlike poinsettias that tend to disappear with the holiday hoopla, a Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera x buckleyi) adds a nice touch to your decor all year long.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 22 Jan. 2026
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Deputy Entertainment, Los Angeles Times, 5 Mar. 2026
But this season — one devoid of all that hoopla — has been perhaps the most enjoyable of Chastain’s prodigious career.
—Greg Riddle, Dallas Morning News, 25 Feb. 2026
The hoopla surrounding Bad Bunny’s headlining gig provided the perfect opportunity for Turning Point USA to make a splash.
—Chris Murphy, Vanity Fair, 29 Jan. 2026
Unlike poinsettias that tend to disappear with the holiday hoopla, a Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera x buckleyi) adds a nice touch to your decor all year long.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 22 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hoopla
Noun
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With all of the commotion made about his on-base streak being snapped, his performance on the mound was almost an afterthought.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
23 Apr. 2026
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From its location away from the courtroom, the jury heard a commotion.—
Emerson Clarridge,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Although there are fancier and allegedly more pet-friendly air fresheners out there, this one is affordable, effective, and fuss-free.—
Kayla Blanton,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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Nineteen even-strength saves, five power-play saves, no muss, no fuss.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
20 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In Episode 2, Cassie dresses like a baby and sucks on a pacifier, which caused quite a stir online.—
Allison DeGrushe,
StyleCaster,
21 Apr. 2026
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Bakelite handles stay comfortable and cool on the stovetop for better control with every stir and saute, while the wobble-free construction provides extra strength and helps distribute heat evenly for consistent cooking.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The arrest came days after he was arrested in the nearby city of Concord after allegedly causing a disturbance at a prep school, the Concord Police Department (CPD) confirmed to PEOPLE at the time.—
Jeff Nelson,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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The incident stemmed from a domestic disturbance.—
Suzanne Nuyen,
NPR,
20 Apr. 2026
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Edmonton’s Kris Knoblauch, McDavid’s former junior coach, has accumulated playoff seasoning in a hurry himself.—
Andrew Knoll,
Oc Register,
19 Apr. 2026
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If the ping-pong balls bounce its way, the chance to draft AJ Dybantsa, Darryn Peterson or Cameron Boozer would change the temperature of the rebuild in a hurry.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
14 Apr. 2026
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But the persona turmoil behind this transformational figure has in many ways remained hidden from view.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
23 Apr. 2026
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But the stock market is brushing off the turmoil.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Hoopla.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hoopla. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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