as in panic
a state of nervous or irritated concern
all in a tizzy because she can't find her car keys
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Recent Examples of tizzy
Recently, Beyoncé debuted a bouncy, jaw-skimming blonde bob that promptly sent the internet into a tizzy.
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Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 26 Feb. 2026
Humongous police overtime costs have multiple communities around California in a tizzy.
—James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 24 Feb. 2026
Let’s discuss the casting changes that sent the Sistas fandom into a tizzy ahead of Season 10th.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 6 Feb. 2026
Neither Kansas City nor Philly is in contention for this year’s Super Bowl, though, leaving a wide-open window for another team to take the crown—and perhaps cause another tizzy around tickets, too.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 16 Jan. 2026
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Annie Blay-Tettey, Allure, 26 Feb. 2026
Humongous police overtime costs have multiple communities around California in a tizzy.
—James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 24 Feb. 2026
Let’s discuss the casting changes that sent the Sistas fandom into a tizzy ahead of Season 10th.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 6 Feb. 2026
Neither Kansas City nor Philly is in contention for this year’s Super Bowl, though, leaving a wide-open window for another team to take the crown—and perhaps cause another tizzy around tickets, too.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 16 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tizzy
Noun
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Cash in circulation surged 49% YoY due to panic hoarding.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
5 Apr. 2026
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In South Korea, where people have been panic-buying trash bags, the government has encouraged event organizers to minimize use of disposable items.—
Stephanie Yang,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2026
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Among agonized grunts and huffs, Probst narrated the fumbles.—
Sarah Grant,
New Yorker,
2 Feb. 2026
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David walks out of the kitchen and Moira huffs and takes his spot over the pot.—
Sabrina Weiss,
PEOPLE,
31 Jan. 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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But the first phase of curbside construction isn’t expected to cause much fuss for drivers.—
Megan Rodriguez,
San Antonio Express-News,
18 Mar. 2026
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Other deals include a sleek pair of wide-leg sweats for $30, and these stylish, on-trend track pants marked down to just $26.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Apr. 2026
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Three Steps, No More Cleanser A gentle face wash removes oil and sweat from overnight without stripping your skin.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Apr. 2026
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“Tizzy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tizzy. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.
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