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
The Saffir‒Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale (SSHWS) classifies hurricanes—western hemisphere tropical cyclones that exceed the intensities of tropical depressions and tropical storms—into five categories, distinguished by the intensities of their sustained winds.
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Miriam Toews
september 3, Literary Hub, 3 Sep. 2025
The Atlantic hurricane season has been quiet so far with Hurricane Erin avoiding landfall in Florida and other coastal states last week.
—Emily Goodin, Miami Herald, 25 Aug. 2025
According to the country’s national weather forecast agency, the powerful storm has sustained winds of 103 mph, the equivalent of a Category 2 Atlantic hurricane.
—Jade Walker, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2025
Tropical Storm Fernand forms in Atlantic The peak of the Atlantic hurricane season is now less than three weeks away and the tropics remain active behind Hurricane Erin.
—ABC News, 24 Aug. 2025
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Miriam Toews
september 3, Literary Hub, 3 Sep. 2025
The Atlantic hurricane season has been quiet so far with Hurricane Erin avoiding landfall in Florida and other coastal states last week.
—Emily Goodin, Miami Herald, 25 Aug. 2025
According to the country’s national weather forecast agency, the powerful storm has sustained winds of 103 mph, the equivalent of a Category 2 Atlantic hurricane.
—Jade Walker, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2025
Tropical Storm Fernand forms in Atlantic The peak of the Atlantic hurricane season is now less than three weeks away and the tropics remain active behind Hurricane Erin.
—ABC News, 24 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hurricane
Noun
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But add to the equation local merchants and eateries and the vibes abounded, which is not to say the cause got lost in the commotion.—
Shirley Halperin,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Aug. 2025
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All the commotion around them was stifling.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Jung and Pauli’s hyper-intellectualization of everyday phenomena leaves out a fundamental component of the synchronicity—a deep emotional disturbance.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Sep. 2025
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The disturbance has no chance of forming over the next 48 hours and a low 30% chance of forming over the next seven days, the hurricane center said.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The likelihood of lightning increases as a thunderstorm gets closer and reaches its highest point when the storm is directly overhead.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Sep. 2025
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None of the six summer arrivals have yet taken English football by storm and Wolves needed at least a couple of players who were battle-hardened in the league.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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Defensive end starter Charlie Collins and backup Phillip Lee led the front-line defensive group with two tackles each, though Lee had a team-high three quarterback hurries.—
Tom Murphy,
Arkansas Online,
5 Sep. 2025
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In 2024, Beaman played in three games and made two tackles and forced one QB hurry.—
Matthew Ho,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Florida’s Surgeon General, Joseph Ladapo, created a stir this week suggesting the state eliminate all school vaccine requirements.—
Judy Stone,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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When season 1 premiered, Noah and Joanne’s first kiss caused quite the stir.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Thailand has been in political turmoil since, ever since deadly border clashes with Cambodian forces.—
Matthew Martin,
semafor.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Stock futures gained momentum on Sunday evening as investors brace for fresh inflation data and political turmoil overseas that could ripple through the bond market.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Featuring four polished wooden blocks in warm tones topped with knotted jute rope bows, the set adds an autumnal charm with minimal fuss.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Sep. 2025
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Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra gives you a rugged, do-anything vibe without fuss.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
3 Sep. 2025
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Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk has reported that there is already noise about Pittsburgh pursuing a trade for Hill.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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The Las Vegas formula of maximalism—24/7 noise, crowds, queues, and constant spend—clashes with a mood that prizes sleep, space, and self-regulation.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Hurricane.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hurricane. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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