ˈrə-kəs
1
as in brawl
a rough and often noisy fight usually involving several people
the ruckus left one person with a sprained wrist
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as in commotion
a state of noisy, confused activity
quit creating such a ruckus—I'm trying to sleep!
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Recent Examples of ruckus
The ruckus drew a gaggle of onlookers, many of whom filmed the interaction, which went viral afterward.
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Zachary Schermele, USA Today, 11 Oct. 2025
The players began to dogpile on top of each other with some punches being thrown in the ruckus.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 8 Oct. 2025
Lou began raking the trees behind me, causing quite a ruckus.
—Derek Horner, Outdoor Life, 8 Oct. 2025
There are concerns the cache could drop during the Trumps’ visit, causing quite a ruckus during what is supposed to be a glitzy and glamorous occasion.
—Emily Goodin, Miami Herald, 15 Sep. 2025
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Zachary Schermele, USA Today, 11 Oct. 2025
The players began to dogpile on top of each other with some punches being thrown in the ruckus.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 8 Oct. 2025
Lou began raking the trees behind me, causing quite a ruckus.
—Derek Horner, Outdoor Life, 8 Oct. 2025
There are concerns the cache could drop during the Trumps’ visit, causing quite a ruckus during what is supposed to be a glitzy and glamorous occasion.
—Emily Goodin, Miami Herald, 15 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ruckus
Noun
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Investigators aren't saying if there's a connection between Henderson's death and brawls at the bar.—
Ross Guidotti,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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The reminder didn’t dissuade at least five park visitors from participating in a 2023 brawl that was captured on video, showing a woman and man throwing punches at each other and wrestling before others joined in.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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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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The Los Angeles Police Department could not immediately provide details of his arrest, but NBC4 reported that Sutherland allegedly got into an altercation with a ride-hailing driver, and was booked on suspicion of criminal threats.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
14 Jan. 2026
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Kiefer Sutherland was arrested in Los Angeles on Monday after an alleged altercation with a ride-share driver.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
14 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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The project will receive nearly $70 million in tax-increment financing that created a stir among rival casino properties in Reno and was ultimately approved in a 5-2 vote last May by the city’s redevelopment agency.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Jan. 2026
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The hot egg coffee might look a bit murky, but is very sweet and creamy, with a layer of coffee at the bottom that gives a strong hit at the end despite a good stir.—
Arundhati Hazra,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Jan. 2026
Noun
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While Nicole Kidman appeared to settle her divorce from Keith Urban quickly and without much fuss, a less amicable situation reportedly unfolded behind the scenes, in part due to the painful aftermath of her 2001 divorce from first husband Tom Cruise.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Vongerichten didn’t get his reputation for nothing; try his signature tuna tartare with avocado, radish, and a ginger marinade and you’ll be reminded what the fuss is about.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
8 Jan. 2026
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The Hurricanes did apply pressure, recording six quarterback hurries, but wasn’t able to finish those plays.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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This one starts with that shelter imploding under the strength of a massive radiation storm that displaces the Garrity clan in a hurry, and leaves them on a lifeboat to Europe in the wretched hope that someone on the continent will offer them a safe place to plant new roots.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
8 Jan. 2026
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Set in 1977, during Brazil’s military dictatorship, the thriller details Armando and his son in their efforts to escape the country in the midst of political turmoil.—
Yamillah Hurtado,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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This includes the 2008-2014 period, when the Great Recession’s economic turmoil saw van moves into California exceed van moves out of the state.—
Jonathan Lansner,
Oc Register,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Ruckus.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ruckus. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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