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as in turbulent
marked by sudden or violent disturbance
one of the most tumultuous periods in the history of the region
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as in rough
marked by turmoil or disturbance especially of natural elements
watched the tumultuous weather from the dry safety of our house
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as in violent
marked by bursts of destructive force or intense activity
after a tumultuous day of trading, the stock market was down 500 points
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Recent Examples of tumultuous
Players set the goal of winning a state title, but rarely won in a tumultuous season.
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Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 21 Dec. 2024
Since then, the couple has been engaged in a tumultuous online battle, including allegations of abuse and fraudulent spending.
—Ashley Hume, Fox News, 26 Dec. 2024
Shares of video game publisher Electronic Arts have seen tumultuous times as of late, losing ground for the 11th straight session on Monday.
—Frank Cappelleri, CNBC, 24 Dec. 2024
McCain, her late father and Trump have long had a tumultuous relationship.
—Jackson Walker, Baltimore Sun, 23 Dec. 2024
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Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 21 Dec. 2024
Since then, the couple has been engaged in a tumultuous online battle, including allegations of abuse and fraudulent spending.
—Ashley Hume, Fox News, 26 Dec. 2024
Shares of video game publisher Electronic Arts have seen tumultuous times as of late, losing ground for the 11th straight session on Monday.
—Frank Cappelleri, CNBC, 24 Dec. 2024
McCain, her late father and Trump have long had a tumultuous relationship.
—Jackson Walker, Baltimore Sun, 23 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tumultuous
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But wearied by a turbulent couple of years that saw points deductions, relegation battles and near-constant speculation over the future of the club, the 53-year-old made clear his view that his methods were no longer having the same impact.Patrick Boyland, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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Aikman too had some turbulent times early in his career with the Dallas Cowboys.Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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That way, your rough and weathered heels will be healed and hydrated.Jenna Ryu, SELF, 9 Jan. 2025
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This is a rough first cut of Biden's foreign policy legacy.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
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In it, Elphaba and Galinda profess their undying friendship; suffice it to say that Grande found the notion of treating her co-star with violent hostility an acting challenge.Daniel D'Addario, Variety, 2 Jan. 2025
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Against a backdrop of violent tensions between Egyptians and various African nationalities, Aisha’s situation turns sour after a local gang offers her protection in exchange for a favor.Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 1 Jan. 2025
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Paco, a punk rocker played by a ferocious Héctor Medina, is among those who take this drastic measure and is sent away.Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 31 Dec. 2024
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Angry tropics calmed for about a decade, until 2017, when Harvey and Irma hit the Gulf Coast with ferocious intensity.Jack Prator, Orlando Sentinel, 30 Dec. 2024
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Lyft’s challenges were compounded by fierce rivalry with Uber (NYSE: UBER) and the disruptive impact of the pandemic.Trefis Team, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
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Tariffs Don't Have to Make Economic Sense to Appeal to Trump Voters The debates over tariffs were fierce.Einav Rabinovitch-Fox / Made by History, TIME, 7 Jan. 2025
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Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater drama:The internet is furious at Ariana Grande.Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
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Many Southern California hikers are furious, convinced the move was unnecessary.Sammy Roth, Los Angeles Times, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Tumultuous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tumultuous. Accessed 15 Jan. 2025.
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