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
While Whoopi Goldberg took her seat at the head of the table without issue amid the festive décor, commotion was heard among the other cohosts as the Oscar-winning actress attempted to moderate the show's first Hot Topic of the day.
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EW.com, 27 Nov. 2024
For all the commotion around Arsenal’s set-plays, it’s been forgotten that Everton are actually pretty good at them too.
—Oli Gamp, The Athletic, 14 Dec. 2024
Trading Range for the 10-Year Treasury Yield For all the recent commotion, the 10-year Treasury yield bounces between 3.3% and 5%, with an even narrower 3.6% to 4.7% range recently.
—Brett Owens, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
The bystander could see a commotion of security personnel in suits and earpieces, scrambling and focusing on the man.
—David K. Li, NBC News, 19 Nov. 2024
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EW.com, 27 Nov. 2024
For all the commotion around Arsenal’s set-plays, it’s been forgotten that Everton are actually pretty good at them too.
—Oli Gamp, The Athletic, 14 Dec. 2024
Trading Range for the 10-Year Treasury Yield For all the recent commotion, the 10-year Treasury yield bounces between 3.3% and 5%, with an even narrower 3.6% to 4.7% range recently.
—Brett Owens, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
The bystander could see a commotion of security personnel in suits and earpieces, scrambling and focusing on the man.
—David K. Li, NBC News, 19 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for commotion
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The disturbance in the Polar Vortex aloft will establish extreme cold conditions.Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 13 Jan. 2025
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Public intoxication: At 3:01 p.m., deputies responded to a disturbance call at the Cinnabar Winery on Big Basin Way.Anne Gelhaus, The Mercury News, 12 Jan. 2025
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The erroneous emergency alert caused a stir in all parts of Los Angeles.Terry Castleman, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
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Concerns over beachgoers reserving spaces with the use of portable cabanas are causing a stir in Australia.Ashley J. DiMella Fox News, Fox News, 7 Jan. 2025
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But there is no big fuss made for them, no extra support, just a gaggle of siblings walking out into a cold, stark parking lot to feel what must be every emotion imaginable, but certainly relief, heartbreak, and anger.Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 27 Dec. 2024
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The last time Donald Trump was president, Republican lawmakers eliminated 15 rules with little fuss and not much publicity.Gord Magill, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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Adding to the turmoil, Trudeau announced earlier this week his intention to step down as prime minister, further complicating Canada's position in the face of U.S. pressure.Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025
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According to anthropologist Jade Sasser, anxieties about climate change, the economy and political turmoil have fueled current questions about whether to have a family.Jack Jiang, The Conversation, 8 Jan. 2025
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Grant gets off the ball in a hurry and finds a healthy balance between playing laterally and downhill.Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Jan. 2025
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Keep their necessities together, in a spot where they can be reached in a hurry.Donna Vickroy, Chicago Tribune, 17 Jan. 2025
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In our review, our expert noted these earbuds deliver powerful bass and generally good audio, as well as quality noise cancelation.Gabriela Vatu, PCMAG, 6 Jan. 2025
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While Vancouver’s form has listed, the noise around the club has hit a fever pitch over the past week.Thomas Drance, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
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Marcos Santiago heard the clatter of metal chains outside cell 201 next door.Christie Thompson, NPR, 18 Dec. 2024
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Despite the crowd, the only sound that could be heard as Lopes was escorted to his seat between defense attorneys Larry Tipton and Christine Feeney at 10:05 a.m. was the metallic clatter of his cuffs.Flint McColgan, Boston Herald, 26 Oct. 2024
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Millions of people in large parts of the country are currently facing winter storm warnings and winter weather advisories, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).Aila Slisco, Newsweek, 11 Jan. 2025
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The airport has stayed open and operational during the storm, according to CLT.Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 11 Jan. 2025
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“Commotion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/commotion. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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