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topsy-turvy

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adverb

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of topsy-turvy
Adverb
In this topsy-turvy awards season, nothing feels impossible. Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 12 Feb. 2025 In what became a topsy-turvy game, the Clippers opened a 22-point lead in the second quarter, fell behind by 13 in the third, then rallied late before ultimately losing 119-112. Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 7 Feb. 2025 William, 43, was pictured with his head in his hands during the topsy-turvy events, and on his feet cheering alongside longtime friend, and fellow Villa fan, Ed van Cutsem. Simon Perry, People.com, 30 Jan. 2025 The heart of Mythic Quest has always been the dynamic, topsy-turvy relationship between Ian and Poppy (Charlotte Nicdao). Joel Thayer, Newsweek, 27 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for topsy-turvy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for topsy-turvy
Adjective
  • Moreover, the chaotic layoff of federal workers will likely lead to a rise in unemployment and tightening of spending by those losing their jobs.
    Mayra Rodriguez Valladares, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
  • This fresh, modern reimagining of Ang Lee’s 1993 classic by Andrew Ahn follows a group of friends who need to get married for convenience—until family arrives, and the plan spirals into extravagant, chaotic mayhem.
    Matthew Carey, Deadline, 4 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • In recent weeks, there has been a lot of uncertainty about which star could win the women’s Elimination Chamber, but even with some messy booking muddying the women’s division, one outcome in Toronto makes the most sense.
    Blake Oestriecher, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
  • Cotton: She’s owned the fact that some of her gameplay was quite messy.
    Emily Longeretta, Variety, 27 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Things seem out of alignment, from confused brand names, dates and products to upsets creating conflict and negativity, impacting customer appeal.
    Stephanie Nolasco, Fox News, 3 Mar. 2025
  • The broadcast then cut to Berry looking slightly confused and wiping her lips, prompting criticism for Brody kissing Berry without consent.
    Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 3 Mar. 2025

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“Topsy-turvy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topsy-turvy. Accessed 8 Mar. 2025.

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