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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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2
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
Bird Rowe is searching for a wedding venue in her hometown, navigating a tumultuous relationship with her mother, and hiding a secret agenda.
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Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 13 May 2025
The sentence follows a high-profile and tumultuous trial in Paris in March related to accusations of groping on the set of Jean Becker’s The Green Shutters in 2021.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 13 May 2025
The investigation comes at tumultuous time for the civil rights division.
—Devlin Barrett, Twin Cities, 5 May 2025
To mark its 20th anniversary, The Athletic relived the events of that tumultuous night with key figures from both sides who were there.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 2 May 2025
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Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 13 May 2025
The sentence follows a high-profile and tumultuous trial in Paris in March related to accusations of groping on the set of Jean Becker’s The Green Shutters in 2021.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 13 May 2025
The investigation comes at tumultuous time for the civil rights division.
—Devlin Barrett, Twin Cities, 5 May 2025
To mark its 20th anniversary, The Athletic relived the events of that tumultuous night with key figures from both sides who were there.
—James Pearce, New York Times, 2 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tumultuous
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Keep in mind, substantial wealth can be created in the market by those who maintain a composed and strategic approach during turbulent times.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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The film spans two decades of a country in profound transformation with a new perspective into contemporary China and individual experience amid turbulent change.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
9 May 2025
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However, there are some plants that are less appealing to animals, such as those with pungent scents, fuzzy leaves, prickly or rough foliage, or a bitter taste.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
10 May 2025
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Its new pricing could be an effort to attract American car buyers after rough Q1.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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For that reason, Torres-Chirinos is also charged with two counts of possession of a firearm during the commission of a violent crime and one count of possession of a firearm by an unlawful alien.—
Chris Spargo,
People.com,
16 May 2025
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Combs apologized for his violent behavior soon after the video's release.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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The crisis is in plain view and the wind is ferocious.—
Mark A. Cohen,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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His Hozier cover was at turns strategic and nuanced, then unleashed and ferocious.—
Charlie Mason,
TVLine,
5 May 2025
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Their love and fierce loyalty toward one another is a high point of Season 2.—
Lorraine Ali,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2025
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Johnson’s selection came over the fierce opposition of some of the school’s staunchest supporters, who celebrate FAMU’s legacy of Black excellence, social mobility and cultural pride.—
Kate Payne,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 May 2025
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Eyewitnesses described furious gales and hurricane-like winds that left an avalanche of debris near the pier.—
Lex Harvey,
CNN Money,
15 May 2025
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But even with a better offensive night for Jerome, he was still beaten off the dribble too many times and couldn’t stay on the court for that last, furious push.—
Eric Koreen,
New York Times,
14 May 2025
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“Tumultuous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tumultuous. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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