as in disturbance
a state of noisy, confused activity
the commotion created when the nation's top rock band arrived in town
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Recent Examples of commotion
At one point, there was considerable commotion near the car wash.
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Jad El Reda, Los Angeles Times, 21 June 2025
Play was delayed for several minutes when a spectator needed medical attention after Alcaraz noticed the commotion in the stands.
—George Ramsay, CNN Money, 30 June 2025
There followed a small commotion of friendliness—apologies, laughter—after which we were led to our seats and sent a free passion-fruit donut.
—Katy Waldman, New Yorker, 29 June 2025
Their entrance caused a commotion when the doors reopened for the couple and sent guests into a frenzy.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 27 June 2025
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Jad El Reda, Los Angeles Times, 21 June 2025
Play was delayed for several minutes when a spectator needed medical attention after Alcaraz noticed the commotion in the stands.
—George Ramsay, CNN Money, 30 June 2025
There followed a small commotion of friendliness—apologies, laughter—after which we were led to our seats and sent a free passion-fruit donut.
—Katy Waldman, New Yorker, 29 June 2025
Their entrance caused a commotion when the doors reopened for the couple and sent guests into a frenzy.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for commotion
Noun
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Officers responded to a report of a disturbance involving someone with a gun, according to the department’s initial news release.—
Laura Bauer
July 12,
Kansas City Star,
12 July 2025
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According to Bessette, a preliminary investigation found that a disturbance outside involving a group of individuals led to the shooting.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
11 July 2025
Noun
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The crane tariffs aren’t the only punitive USTR measures on China causing a stir.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
9 July 2025
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Late in the fourth quarter, Reese's actions caused a stir.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 July 2025
Noun
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So what’s all the fuss about a 51 year old when there are much older spirits about?—
Mark Littler,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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On a hot afternoon, who isn’t hoping to mix intriguing drinks with a minimum of fuss?—
Amiel Stanek,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Especially given the turmoil with the other edge rushers, eyes are focused on seeing if Murphy looks like the same underachiever from the first two years or a blossoming athletic specimen.—
Jeff Zrebiec,
New York Times,
8 July 2025
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The turmoil points to a clash on competing visions over how to run the economy.—
Brit Morse,
Fortune,
6 July 2025
Noun
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Getting pulled over and receiving a ticket can put a damper on a road trip in a hurry.—
Will McGough,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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The slip-on design is ideal for getting through TSA in a hurry without worrying about tying your laces in the chaos of the airport, and they’re crafted with cushy foam insoles to enhance your comfort with every step.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
Noun
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The Nothing Headphone 1’s ANC works very well at suppressing ambient noise like public chatter or airplane engines.—
Prakhar Khanna,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Sony also tested the headsets against varying levels of crowd noise.—
Jason Clinkscales,
Sportico.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Bowling balls rumbled down lanes, followed by the clatter of pins.—
Dateline NBC,
NBC news,
18 June 2025
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The chants outside the Islamic Republic embassy, the clatter of Persian tea glasses at gatherings of dissidents in our cramped government housing, the news of bombings and assassinations that stole friends and fellow dreamers.—
Nazanin Boniadi,
Time,
17 June 2025
Noun
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Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT
Updated July 9,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 July 2025
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The conditions that led to this disaster - intense moisture in the atmosphere from the remnants of Tropical Storm Barry and slow-moving storm systems, meeting specific geography of steep terrain and lack of vegetation - are textbook examples of how a warming world amplifies risk.—
María Mendiluce,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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“Commotion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commotion. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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