splore

noun

ˈsplȯr How to pronounce splore (audio)
Definition of splorenext
Scottish
as in commotion
a state of noisy, confused activity the splore that annually accompanies the Edinburgh Festival

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for splore
  1. commotion
  2. hurry
  3. stir
  4. disturbance
  5. fuss
  6. turmoil
  7. fun
Noun
  • Another trip to Uptown on May 20-21, 1977, causing police to shut Lawrence Avenue down in both directions due to such commotion outside the Aragon Ballroom entrance.
    — Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026
  • Hassan was livid on the touchline and was seen making a cross gesture with his arms during all the commotion, a symbol introduced by FIFA for managers to alert the referees of a racist incident.
    — Ben Church, CNN Money, 8 July 2026
Definition of commotion
Noun
  • Sorrell entered Week 18 with just seven tackles in 13 games, two quarterback hurries and no sacks.
    — Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • That can change in a hurry, as this year’s draft week has proved.
    — Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 26 June 2026
Definition of hurry
Noun
  • Among them was a Washington, DC, think tank, which recently caused a stir with a report proposing to cap annual Social Security benefits at $100,000 to shore up the retirement trust fund.
    — Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 6 July 2026
  • The red card, a penalty action that serves as one of soccer's most recognizable symbols, has caused quite a stir at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
    — Mason Leib, ABC News, 6 July 2026
Definition of stir
Noun
  • With breaking the sound barrier comes a sonic boom, a massive noise disturbance that led the FAA to ban supersonic flight over land in the first place.
    — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 6 July 2026
  • These persons came to our city with the intent on causing harm, injury, and destruction, bringing harassment, disturbances, and mayhem.
    — Kelsie Cairns, FOXNews.com, 6 July 2026
Definition of disturbance
Noun
  • Granny’s Cafe Nothing hits the spot after a day at the lake like no-fuss, comfort food diner fare.
    — Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2026
  • Brown had been expecting soup and sandwiches, but the ladies had made a fuss.
    — Lauren Collins, New Yorker, 3 July 2026
Definition of fuss
Noun
  • Challenges to the studies include cooperation of participants as the outbreak is occurring in an area of armed conflict and political turmoil which could hinder recruitment.
    — Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
  • Investing in gold can diversify your portfolio, as it’s seen as a safe-haven investment during times of uncertainty or turmoil and as an inflation hedge.
    — Liz Knueven, CNBC, 7 July 2026
Definition of turmoil
Noun
  • Have fun, and make sure this is genuinely adding something to your life.
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 8 July 2026
  • Spice up your look with a fun silhouette like these barrel-leg capri pants, made of a wrinkle-resistant material.
    — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2026
Definition of fun
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“Splore.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/splore. Accessed 13 Jul. 2026.

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