as in upheaval
a state of violence, confusion, and disorder
There was much turbulence in their town after a string of tragedies.
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Recent Examples of turbulence
Comments Parenting, despite its turbulence, is often called the best job in the world.
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Devonne Goode, Parents, 6 Feb. 2025
His formal daring was inextricably linked to the emotional turbulence in his life: The frantic innovation of his films is a projection of a mind and a heart at unrest.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 7 Feb. 2025
Recent economic data indicates turbulence in both mature and emerging markets.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 1 Feb. 2025
Tactical traders, on the other hand, look for short-to-intermediate opportunities to improve portfolio performance and to avoid near-term turbulence in domestic markets.
—Ron Insana, CNBC, 28 Jan. 2025
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Devonne Goode, Parents, 6 Feb. 2025
His formal daring was inextricably linked to the emotional turbulence in his life: The frantic innovation of his films is a projection of a mind and a heart at unrest.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 7 Feb. 2025
Recent economic data indicates turbulence in both mature and emerging markets.
—Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 1 Feb. 2025
Tactical traders, on the other hand, look for short-to-intermediate opportunities to improve portfolio performance and to avoid near-term turbulence in domestic markets.
—Ron Insana, CNBC, 28 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for turbulence
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The annual Conservative Political Action Conference is mere days away, with this year’s event starting a few weeks after President Donald Trump’s inauguration and ensuing massive upheaval of the U.S. government.—
Asher Notheis,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
17 Feb. 2025
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Even for a department that has endured its share of scandals, the moves have produced upheaval not seen in decades, tested its independence and rattled the foundations of an institution that has long prided itself on being driven solely by facts, evidence and the law.—
Alanna Durkin Richer,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Feb. 2025
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In the security footage, which amassed over 1.2 million views, one cat ran up the stairs frightened after hearing a commotion coming in the closet under the stairs.—
Barbara A. Perry,
Newsweek,
27 Jan. 2025
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Individual pregame warmups wrap up and a certain member of the Charlotte Hornets exits the court heading toward the tunnel, causing a commotion among throngs of onlookers hoping for a keepsake signature or snapshot.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Jan. 2025
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And then more excitement as the disk is taken for forensic examination, with a tense wait while top data recovery experts are flown in from across the globe until finally the data is recovered to the sound of popping champagne corks.—
David G.W. Birch,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2025
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More excitement for Neon this weekend beyond box office: Their Cannes Film Festival-winning movie Anora is also up for Best Feature at the Film Independent Spirit awards tomorrow and Best SAG ensemble on Sunday.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
21 Feb. 2025
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Throughout the day, police officers had to also address other disturbances, such as fights among the crowd, people climbing vehicles and medical emergencies.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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Fever or illness, or being dehydrated, can trigger sleep disturbances.—
Arielle Tschinkel,
Parents,
12 Feb. 2025
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Will the wannabe dictator in the U.S. achieve these same goals without the violent civil strife? — Phyllis Zatlin, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin Imperiling research The impact of the Trump administration’s efforts to slash research funding to universities would be devastating.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Feb. 2025
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Food and energy can be quite volatile and influenced heavily by circumstances such as weather, disease, supply chain challenges and global strife.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN,
12 Feb. 2025
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All four of those projects ran into trouble because they were planned on land reserved for single-family homes.—
David Zahniser,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Feb. 2025
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Some players have had trouble adjusting, others haven’t.—
Mark Lazerus,
The Athletic,
22 Feb. 2025
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Given the confusion surrounding EOs, her remarks provide critical insight into their legal standing and potential impact on TCUs.—
Marybeth Gasman,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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The new sweeping guidance, which the Trump administration indicated applies to nearly every aspect of educational life, prompted widespread panic and confusion among administrators at K-12 schools and colleges.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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Her testimony provided fresh insight into her views on presidential power and the Education Department's role in overseeing K-12 schools and colleges, and her take on the ongoing turmoil at the agency she is expected to manage.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA TODAY,
13 Feb. 2025
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What is Temporary Protected Status? TPS is a federal program that gives temporary deportation protections and work permits to people in the U.S. from countries in turmoil.—
Verónica Egui Brito,
Miami Herald,
12 Feb. 2025
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“Turbulence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turbulence. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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