as in commotion
a state of noisy, confused activity
predictably, the royal scandal caused quite a kerfuffle on Fleet Street
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Recent Examples of kerfuffle
The kerfuffle occurs after Democratic candidates of color accused state party leaders of trying to oust them from the race in favor of white candidates, who have more support in opinion polls.
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Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 14 Mar. 2026
The kerfuffle called into question Murray's work ethic, and his relationship with the franchise was never quite the same.
—CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026
The kerfuffle called into question Murray’s work habits, and his relationship with the franchise was never the same.
—Dave Campbell, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Use that energy to check in with a collaborator about an upcoming event plan or ongoing kerfuffle — something that needs extra direction to succeed.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 24 Feb. 2026
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Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 14 Mar. 2026
The kerfuffle called into question Murray's work ethic, and his relationship with the franchise was never quite the same.
—CBS News, 12 Mar. 2026
The kerfuffle called into question Murray’s work habits, and his relationship with the franchise was never the same.
—Dave Campbell, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Use that energy to check in with a collaborator about an upcoming event plan or ongoing kerfuffle — something that needs extra direction to succeed.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 24 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kerfuffle
Noun
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Despite the initial commotion, Julie’s case went cold.—
Annalise Peterson,
NBC news,
21 Mar. 2026
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During the commotion, Gamel Kheir, the mosque’s secretary, pleaded for calm.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
20 Mar. 2026
Noun
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This iris’ ornamental feature is unforgettable orange-red seeds, which, clustered at more than 20 per pod, create quite a stir when dozens of pods open simultaneously on mature plants.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
21 Mar. 2026
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Take a look at some of the stellar hand mixers that created a stir.—
Mark Marino,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
18 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Police said Gerhardt Facko, a Palos Hills resident, was shot following a 911 call to an address on Cour Versailles about a domestic disturbance.—
Evy Lewis,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
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Children may present with sensory sensitivities, sleep disturbances, gastrointestinal symptoms, or anxiety, all of which influence tolerance to clinical procedures.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
23 Mar. 2026
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One is beautiful and famous the world over; the other is even more beautiful yet content not to have to put up with all the fuss and attention.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Mar. 2026
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When the intruder enters the nest, there's no aggression or fuss.—
Ari Daniel,
NPR,
18 Mar. 2026
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Chinese companies aren’t retreating from the Arabian Gulf despite turmoil in the region, according to one of the world’s top management consultants.—
Bloomberg,
Bloomberg,
26 Mar. 2026
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Anatomy of a Fall and The Zone of Interest actress Hüller, currently on screens opposite Ryan Gosling in box office hit Project Hail Mary, plays a mysterious soldier who appears in a secluded Protestant village amidst the turmoil of the Thirty Years’ War.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
26 Mar. 2026
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Now’s the time to get shopping to build out (or add to) your very own K-beauty routine, and hurry—before these sales run out of stock.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
25 Mar. 2026
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Experts are terming this more of a long-term drought given the longevity but still, a wet spring could change things in a hurry.—
Terry Eliasen,
CBS News,
19 Mar. 2026
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“Kerfuffle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kerfuffle. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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