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
Investors who acquire a full picture of market inefficiencies and distressed asset dynamics can translate economic turbulence into profitable investments.
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Arman Harutyunyan, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
The political turbulence also is affecting the company’s financial picture.
—Michael Collins, USA TODAY, 23 Mar. 2025
Still, this fiscal turbulence, while acknowledged, doesn’t seem to be dissuading the other half dozen players.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 22 Mar. 2025
Once the innie enters the room, it is forced to engage in an activity which coincides with things Gemma fears (going to the dentist, airplane turbulence) or dreads (writing thank-you cards).
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 21 Mar. 2025
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Arman Harutyunyan, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025
The political turbulence also is affecting the company’s financial picture.
—Michael Collins, USA TODAY, 23 Mar. 2025
Still, this fiscal turbulence, while acknowledged, doesn’t seem to be dissuading the other half dozen players.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 22 Mar. 2025
Once the innie enters the room, it is forced to engage in an activity which coincides with things Gemma fears (going to the dentist, airplane turbulence) or dreads (writing thank-you cards).
—Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for turbulence
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Impact Leaders Create Stability In an age of climate risk, geopolitical tension, and technological upheaval, long-term stability matters more than short-term profits.—
Paul Klein,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Despite the upheaval of the last two months, Nomar is clear on the purpose of college in his life.—
Anna North,
Vox,
3 Apr. 2025
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The reveal of the dire wolves and accompanying news on red wolf advances lead to plenty of commotion and news coverage.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
8 Apr. 2025
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In the backdrop, a commotion of voices from distraught aid workers and soldiers shouting commands in Hebrew can be heard.—
Farnaz Fassihi,
New York Times,
5 Apr. 2025
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The Atlanta rapper was finally released from jail last November, and Mariah couldn’t contain her excitement.—
Mackenzie Cummings-Grady,
Billboard,
10 Apr. 2025
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But there’s no shortage of sporting excitement this summer, thanks to Bermuda’s popular pastime, cricket.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
9 Apr. 2025
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Anderson left the crime scene following the disturbance.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
7 Apr. 2025
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Some types of plants, such as those with long tap roots, are more sensitive to root disturbance and transplant shock.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Apr. 2025
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After all, many characters that came to Thailand this season were searching for peace but instead found chaos, strife, and anxiety.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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The generals have been internationally isolated since the takeover and Myanmar's economy and basic services, including healthcare, have been reduced to tatters amid the strife.—
Reuters,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2025
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But sometimes, that curiosity can get them into trouble, especially when electrical cords are involved.—
Maddie Topliff,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Apr. 2025
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That can get him into trouble at times, but throwing 97-100 mph as a reliever also gives him more margin for error.—
Aaron Gleeman,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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In other words, bills still need to be paid no matter the confusion of politicians eager to distort the pricing mechanism that organizes the market economy.—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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But, Zach Pozniak, chief operating officer of Jeeves NY and co-author of The Laundry Book, is here to clear the confusion.—
Shivani Vyas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Mar. 2025
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The new duties, which follow Trump’s previous tariffs on goods from China, Mexico and Canada, are set to raise costs and cause turmoil for countless fashion businesses.—
Marc Bain and Joan Kennedy,
CNN Money,
3 Apr. 2025
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President Trump’s tariffs cause turmoil among the markets and U.S. allies.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2025
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“Turbulence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turbulence. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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