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
Even if a company has strong financials and technology, misaligned cultures can create long-term turbulence and friction.
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Ed Frederici, Forbes.com, 3 July 2025
Nissan, like most major automakers, is developing a sales and production strategy to handle tariff turbulence.
—Charles Singh, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Across the country at the Technische Universität Ilmenau, physicist Jörg Schumacher is investigating convection and turbulence by visualizing the intricate flow of thermal plumes, the kind of you might find within cloud formations or, in a more violent state, on the surface of the sun.
—IEEE Spectrum, 26 June 2025
After months of political turbulence, the UK’s Data (Use and Access) Bill has finally passed Parliament.
—Virginie Berger, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
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Ed Frederici, Forbes.com, 3 July 2025
Nissan, like most major automakers, is developing a sales and production strategy to handle tariff turbulence.
—Charles Singh, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Across the country at the Technische Universität Ilmenau, physicist Jörg Schumacher is investigating convection and turbulence by visualizing the intricate flow of thermal plumes, the kind of you might find within cloud formations or, in a more violent state, on the surface of the sun.
—IEEE Spectrum, 26 June 2025
After months of political turbulence, the UK’s Data (Use and Access) Bill has finally passed Parliament.
—Virginie Berger, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for turbulence
Noun
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Concerns among Democrats may have been expected in California, given the state’s liberal tilt and the widespread and relentless government upheaval since President Trump took office in January.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 July 2025
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Uranus is the harbinger of change and upheaval, the disruptor that challenges the status quo.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
7 July 2025
Noun
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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
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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
Noun
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Christen expressed her excitement in her Instagram Story shortly after uploading the news to her feed.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
15 July 2025
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Fan engagement is up, and innovations like the Pit Boost have added excitement.—
Jenn Nelson,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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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
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The song has also regained popularity during times of national strife or tragedy, including during the Gulf War and in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks.—
Ashley Hume , Larry Fink,
FOXNews.com,
4 July 2025
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The astronauts, when first leaving earth, looked back on their home planet from outer space and saw, in the darkness, a beautiful and vulnerable globe, so small and blue and fragile, undivided by borders or political strife.—
Laurie Sheck
July 2,
Literary Hub,
2 July 2025
Noun
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Miranda had trouble finding harpy eagle experts who were willing to co-author this paper with him.—
Joshua Rapp Learn,
Smithsonian Magazine,
14 July 2025
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View gallery - 5 images Harley-Davidson’s boardroom troubles are there for everyone to see.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Amid uncertainty and confusion, people turn to leaders who promise to guide them out of darkness.—
Emi Eleode,
Time,
14 July 2025
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Split oversight between the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to avoid regulatory confusion.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
14 July 2025
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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
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“Turbulence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turbulence. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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