as in commotion
a state of noisy, confused activity
predictably, the royal scandal caused quite a kerfuffle on Fleet Street
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Recent Examples of kerfuffle
Wallen managed to get through almost all of March 29’s episode of SNL, hosted by Mikey Madison, without a big kerfuffle.
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Bethy Squires, Vulture, 30 Mar. 2025
The implications in this case go beyond a neighborhood kerfuffle: For decades, college campuses and public streets have been critical venues for protest — and increasingly, the institutions that control them are limiting access to quell demonstrations.
—Karsten Moran, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
This was followed shortly by the news that, actually Kevin Hart would host, but a PR kerfuffle over the comedian’s history of anti-gay jokes ended with Hart dropping out, and the show going host-less.
—Zach Schonfeld, Vulture, 26 Feb. 2025
There are few qualms over photorealistic images of a cup on a table, but great kerfuffles follow a fake image of the Pope or of Rafah.
—Emmanuel Iduma, ARTnews.com, 21 Mar. 2025
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Bethy Squires, Vulture, 30 Mar. 2025
The implications in this case go beyond a neighborhood kerfuffle: For decades, college campuses and public streets have been critical venues for protest — and increasingly, the institutions that control them are limiting access to quell demonstrations.
—Karsten Moran, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
This was followed shortly by the news that, actually Kevin Hart would host, but a PR kerfuffle over the comedian’s history of anti-gay jokes ended with Hart dropping out, and the show going host-less.
—Zach Schonfeld, Vulture, 26 Feb. 2025
There are few qualms over photorealistic images of a cup on a table, but great kerfuffles follow a fake image of the Pope or of Rafah.
—Emmanuel Iduma, ARTnews.com, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kerfuffle
Noun
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Chateau Elan’s allure may come from its stunning grounds and impressive wine roster, but there’s a creative commotion happening in the kitchens.—
Rai Mincey,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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An employee at a Mercedes-Benz overflow lot, who did not want to be named, heard the rapid gunfire and raced to the commotion to see what was going on.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
24 Apr. 2025
Noun
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No playoff rotational decision caused a stir quite like Redick’s bold Game 4 move.—
Jovan Buha,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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The company, which started in 2015 and sells itself as a meal kit service, is actually closer to an online grocery store than a place that’s going to send you half an onion wrapped in plastic and a tiny baggy of cumin to make some so-so black bean tacos or a random stir fry.—
Carina Finn,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
24 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Police responded to the report of a disturbance on Tuesday at 2:07 p.m. at Kennedy High School where officers and staff worked to separate those who were involved, according to Lt. Ryan Bessette of the Waterbury Police Department.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
1 May 2025
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Use medications that can help with nausea, headaches, or sleep disturbances, such as pain relievers, antinausea drugs, and sleeping aids.—
Angelica Bottaro,
Verywell Health,
30 Apr. 2025
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Top it off with the Eero Pro 6E mesh system at $150 off, so your home gets smooth, smart Wi-Fi that works without the fuss.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
1 May 2025
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The filling is a hypoallergenic down alternative for those who love the softness of natural feathers without the fuss.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Apr. 2025
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The number comes as Trump's varying tariffs plan has led to market turmoil and raised fears about an impending recession.—
Savannah Kuchar,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2025
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His answer, given the exceptional political and economic turmoil in Canada, was a bit surprising.—
Ian Austen,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
Noun
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And given how hitters react to seeing meatballs, those extra ones add up in a hurry.—
Aaron Gleeman,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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Andor finds his body, but the three of them have to leave in a hurry.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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“Kerfuffle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/kerfuffle. Accessed 11 May. 2025.
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