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as in commotion
a state of noisy, confused activity
went for a retreat at the monastery for a temporary respite from the moil of the modern world
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as in labor
very hard or unpleasant work
fed up with the moil and moneygrubbing of Wall Street, he decided to open a bed-and-breakfast in Vermont
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as in to labor
to devote serious and sustained effort
miners moiling all day in the sunless recesses of the earth
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Recent Examples of moil
Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 24 Feb. 2020
During the Cold War, hot tensions became hopeless moils, conducted for political benefit as much as (and, over time, more than) moral right.
—Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 5 Jan. 2020
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The delight of online life gave way to its moil, and the pleasure of online services has been eroded by their many downsides, from compulsion to autocracy.
—Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 24 Feb. 2020
During the Cold War, hot tensions became hopeless moils, conducted for political benefit as much as (and, over time, more than) moral right.
—Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 5 Jan. 2020
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For all the commotion around Arsenal’s set-plays, it’s been forgotten that Everton are actually pretty good at them too.Oli Gamp, The Athletic, 14 Dec. 2024
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Trading Range for the 10-Year Treasury Yield For all the recent commotion, the 10-year Treasury yield bounces between 3.3% and 5%, with an even narrower 3.6% to 4.7% range recently.Brett Owens, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Perhaps for that reason, he’s written frequently about labor: the quiet dignity of getting something done, the sense of purpose that pulls many of us out of bed each morning, the way that even straightforward little tasks can structure one’s days—one’s life.Edward Hirsch, The Atlantic, 22 Dec. 2024
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This season’s theme, The Future of Work, challenges filmmakers to explore how labor, technology, and community intersect to shape human experiences.Okla Jones, Essence, 22 Dec. 2024
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The United States is the largest funder of numerous organizations, and without Washington’s money, many would struggle to survive.Allison Carnegie, Foreign Affairs, 24 Dec. 2024
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Justin Sullivan/Getty Images Nissan in particular has struggled recently, especially in the key American market, where sales have weakened.Rafael Nam, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
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After Brown's comments, rumors swirled that there was drama between the star receiver and Hurts.Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 15 Dec. 2024
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Rumors are swirling about whether Trump will call a recess for the Senate and appoint his own Cabinet as his picks become more controversial.Jenny Goldsberry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 15 Dec. 2024
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The Norwalk Combined Dispatch & Communication Center received a call of a disturbance at the residence on Adams Avenue around 7:04 p.m. on Monday, according to the Norwalk Police Department.Staff report, Hartford Courant, 25 Dec. 2024
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There may also be some geomagnetic disturbance — possibly triggering aurora — on Dec. 24.Jamie Carter, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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However, thanks to my effort, dedication, and the unwavering support of each one of you, that dream has become a reality.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 25 Dec. 2024
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At the time, Coplan wouldn’t say much about his team’s efforts to stop U.S. users from betting on elections.Danielle Chemtob, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Shelters are striving to minimize euthanasia rates by promoting adoption campaigns, spaying and neutering programs, and behavior rehabilitation.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Eggers and his go-to production designer Craig Lathrop also put a unique emphasis on building realistic worlds—their production design strives extra hard to close gaps between Eggers’s olden aesthetic and the modern audience’s perception.Maya Ibbitson, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2024
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Finally, while seasonality can be beneficial, maintaining consistent engagement minimizes churn and keeps your brand relevant.Achraf Golli, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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From there, more news will likely flood in over the adult cast (that particular rumor mill has already started churning) and the other children, before shooting starts at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden over the summer.Max Goldbart, Deadline, 16 Dec. 2024
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“Moil.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moil. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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