as in commotion
a state of noisy, confused activity
the post office is always a zoo the day that tax returns are due
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Recent Examples of zoo
Typically, giraffe calves are 100 to 150 pounds at birth, said Ellie McMullen, the zoo’s communications manager.
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Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
Success is measured not just by numbers, but by the quality of experiences, the strength of relationships and the positive impact the zoo has on its people, its community and the future of wildlife.
—Will Richmond, The Providence Journal, 12 Feb. 2026
Most of the state’s zoos and animal parks will also remain open while keepers take steps to protect the inhabitants.
—David Fischer, Fortune, 2 Feb. 2026
The statue has been standing for nearly three decades, said Dustin Crawford, assistant vice president of capital projects and facilities maintenance at the zoo.
—Zacharia Washington, Dallas Morning News, 31 Jan. 2026
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Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026
Success is measured not just by numbers, but by the quality of experiences, the strength of relationships and the positive impact the zoo has on its people, its community and the future of wildlife.
—Will Richmond, The Providence Journal, 12 Feb. 2026
Most of the state’s zoos and animal parks will also remain open while keepers take steps to protect the inhabitants.
—David Fischer, Fortune, 2 Feb. 2026
The statue has been standing for nearly three decades, said Dustin Crawford, assistant vice president of capital projects and facilities maintenance at the zoo.
—Zacharia Washington, Dallas Morning News, 31 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for zoo
Noun
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The sound of screeching truck brakes comes from behind, followed by a massive commotion.—
Wyles Daniel,
Sacbee.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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Soon her two boys, Noah and Nico, found her – unsure about the commotion and clearly uninterested in the magnitude of the moment.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Police responded to a disturbance in the 900 Block of Chateau Park Drive, the police department said in a statement.—
Anthony Man,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2026
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During the investigation, the deputies learned that a group of people was driving to the coast when a disturbance occurred inside the vehicle.—
Nollyanne Delacruz,
Mercury News,
15 Feb. 2026
Noun
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On the other hand, advocates on both sides of the issue have said individuals with mobility challenges are the very customers who would have the most trouble accessing food in a hurry if a drive-through went away.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
17 Feb. 2026
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The two-time All-Big Ten honoree hasn’t allowed a sack in three seasons, and only allowed two hurries last year.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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In 1995, Taschen published his first book, which made a stir with portraits of soft, indirect illumination, emphasizing naturalness.—
Steve Appleford,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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But the matter caused quite a stir in Georgia, where the Fulton County Board of Registration and Elections sued to regain their materials and some Republicans have questioned the search.—
Rebecca Beitsch,
The Hill,
16 Feb. 2026
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Coach Rick Hirtensteiner said Young dealt with the pressure by just trying to have fun, and Sheffer, playing with his younger brother, Ryan, a starting shortstop, appeared to do just that Wednesday.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Since 1900, the club has served youths ages 5 to 18 through high-quality programs in a safe, supportive environment where young people can learn, grow and have fun.—
Will Richmond,
The Providence Journal,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Study after study shows that ping-pong (and racket sports in general) improve cognitive function and information processing.—
J.J. Bailey,
New York Times,
15 Feb. 2026
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Who Created Vegas Poker chronicles the life of Binion, who presided over an illicit Dallas gambling racket in the 1930s.—
Uwa Ede-Osifo,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Feb. 2026
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Iran’s leaders have repeatedly threatened to intervene more forcefully to choke off oil supplies; regime change there could have a similar outcome, if the resulting internal turmoil disrupts production.—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
19 Feb. 2026
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Her win itself was born from that turmoil.—
Nick El Hajj,
Des Moines Register,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Testing of Your Safety Devices Your home’s safety devices, like smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, and GFCI outlets, are designed to protect without much fuss.—
Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
17 Feb. 2026
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No reservations, no fuss, just pizza.—
Lauren Schuster,
Kansas City Star,
17 Feb. 2026
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“Zoo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zoo. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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