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 database allows taxpayers, media and researchers to track the cost of natural disasters, largely through property losses — spanning extreme events from hurricanes to hailstorms.
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Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 8 Jan. 2026
Information widely available within the industry suggested that land movement related to hurricane activity was a threat to pipelines.
—Arkansas Online, 7 Jan. 2026
Senate and House bills would scale back the law, which dealt with a series of issues related to 2024 hurricanes.
—Jim Saunders, Sun Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
His third-generation timber farm has been hit by hurricanes, market drops and even trade policy changes that make life as a Georgia farmer an up-and-down affair.
—Patricia Murphy, AJC.com, 7 Jan. 2026
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Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 8 Jan. 2026
Information widely available within the industry suggested that land movement related to hurricane activity was a threat to pipelines.
—Arkansas Online, 7 Jan. 2026
Senate and House bills would scale back the law, which dealt with a series of issues related to 2024 hurricanes.
—Jim Saunders, Sun Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
His third-generation timber farm has been hit by hurricanes, market drops and even trade policy changes that make life as a Georgia farmer an up-and-down affair.
—Patricia Murphy, AJC.com, 7 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hurricane
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During the commotion, the agent’s shaky cellphone video shows houses along the street and views of the sky.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
10 Jan. 2026
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In the heat of the moment, though, Certa was clearly walking after one of the officials, but Shrewsberry came barreling in as the official turned around to see the commotion.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
3 Jan. 2026
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In 2021, the California Coastal Commission said the display should be moved from La Jolla Cove, citing potential disturbance of sea lions at Point La Jolla and a failure of organizers to secure necessary permitting in time.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Jan. 2026
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Fatigue, poor concentration, sleep disturbances, appetite changes and social withdrawal are also red flags, in addition to thoughts about dying or suicidal ideations.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
13 Jan. 2026
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While preparing for the storm ahead, here's what to know about keeping your body in shape, and safe, while clearing winter weather.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
21 Jan. 2026
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This large winter storm will take shape over the southern plains later this week.—
Tammie Souza,
CBS News,
21 Jan. 2026
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Asked who currently has the edge on the course, Smith doesn’t hesitate a beat but graciously allows that the current skills gap could close in a hurry.—
Mike Dojc,
Forbes.com,
21 Jan. 2026
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In 2026, Trump will again dominate, a president in a hurry to reshape the global order.—
Kamal Ahmed,
Fortune,
19 Jan. 2026
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After a disappointing 1-0 defeat against Chelsea on November 1, a scoreline that does not reflect Tottenham’s ineptitude that day, Van de Ven and Djed Spence caused a stir by ignoring Frank’s attempts to keep the duo on the pitch to applaud the fans at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
16 Jan. 2026
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For Indiana’s part, their Heisman-winning quarterback, Fernando Mendoza, grew up in the 305, so his grand return to the city is also causing a stir among locals.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
16 Jan. 2026
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After Vance's visit, Walz said the federal government was to blame for the turmoil.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
23 Jan. 2026
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The ensuing political turmoil and power vacuum in the country tarnished its international image and rattled its diplomacy and financial markets.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
22 Jan. 2026
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Light, floaty, and romantic, Pottery Barn’s voile bed skirt could easily skew frilly—but bright white cotton and sleek elegant folds help the design steer clear of fuss.—
Shoko Wanger,
Architectural Digest,
20 Jan. 2026
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While bars rely on a deep fryer, that’s just too much fuss and mess for most of us.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
18 Jan. 2026
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Integrated linear actuators provide high power density with low noise, supporting stable, agile, and coordinated whole-body movement.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Jan. 2026
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There are two immutable truths that govern the NFL playoffs — unwritten rules that cut through the noise of EPA models and talking-head bluster.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Hurricane.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hurricane. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
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