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as in commotion
a state of noisy, confused activity
the classroom was in a furor when the mice escaped from their cage
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as in frenzy
a state of wildly excited activity or emotion
euphoric children in a gift-opening furor on Christmas morning
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as in indignation
an intense emotional state of displeasure with someone or something
residents were in a furor about the new paper mill being constructed within city limits
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Recent Examples of furor
The Harris campaign sought to make the most of the controversy, cutting a new ad on the furor and highlighting her backing from figures like Bad Bunny and Jennifer Lopez.
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Niall Stanage, The Hill, 2 Nov. 2024
Those figures have dropped significantly in recent months but furor over immigration has led to a November referendum, known as Proposition 314, that would allow Arizona officials to arrest and deport undocumented migrants.
—Jeffrey Fleishman, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2024
The media furor also prompted public speculation about why politicians and their spouses don’t rent their clothes for public occasions, like Britain’s former First Lady Carrie Johnson.
—Samantha Conti, WWD, 1 Oct. 2024
On one thing both sides in the furor agree — the Iowa poll results got major coverage in the media.
—James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 17 Dec. 2024
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Niall Stanage, The Hill, 2 Nov. 2024
Those figures have dropped significantly in recent months but furor over immigration has led to a November referendum, known as Proposition 314, that would allow Arizona officials to arrest and deport undocumented migrants.
—Jeffrey Fleishman, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2024
The media furor also prompted public speculation about why politicians and their spouses don’t rent their clothes for public occasions, like Britain’s former First Lady Carrie Johnson.
—Samantha Conti, WWD, 1 Oct. 2024
On one thing both sides in the furor agree — the Iowa poll results got major coverage in the media.
—James Rainey, Los Angeles Times, 17 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for furor
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Later, during a briefing from Zelia Baugh, executive vice-president of behavior health at John Peter Smith Hospital, a commotion could be heard in the lobby outside the court.—
Cody Copeland,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Jan. 2025
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Gregory hears the commotion and tries to keep the Philly girls from pouncing.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
8 Jan. 2025
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The First Lady arrived at Trump’s second inauguration wearing an outfit that sent social media into a frenzy, with many making comparisons to the character Carmen Sandiego.—
James Hibberd,
The Hollywood Reporter,
20 Jan. 2025
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While sales were largely muted for most of the year, cheaper borrowing costs sparked a year-end buying frenzy in November.—
Jonathan Burgos,
Forbes,
19 Jan. 2025
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Not only was Allen a known conservative, but his series spoke to the same sense of righteous indignation felt by the MAGA clan.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
8 Jan. 2025
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This seemingly small, personal decision triggers absolute indignation in her husband, parents, and siblings.—
Ilana Masad,
The Atlantic,
3 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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There has also been a rise in attacks on Palestinians by Jewish extremists — including a rampage in two Palestinian villages overnight Monday — and Palestinian attacks on Israelis.—
Melanie Lidman and Aref Tufaha,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Jan. 2025
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The Democrats say Republicans are hypocrites for claiming to support law enforcement while simultaneously backing Trump’s decision to pardon more than 1,500 people who were prosecuted for the rampage, including those who attacked police officers protecting the Capitol complex.—
Mike Lillis,
The Hill,
21 Jan. 2025
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Portugal saw a massive spike in prices and rents in the residential sector, where investors bought and rented out their residential properties; this sparked outrage among the locals and led to massive protests.—
Raheel Sheikh,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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The outrage over the referee assignment is a continuation of the belief in some circles that NFL game officials help the Chiefs.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
16 Jan. 2025
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Menopause is a natural phase of life that brings unique health challenges, from hot flashes and sleep disturbances to hormonal shifts and long-term health considerations.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
24 Jan. 2025
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Decongestants, such as nasal sprays or irrigators, may also effectively reduce congestion that drives sleep disturbances.—
Angelica Bottaro,
Verywell Health,
23 Jan. 2025
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After government measures during the Covid pandemic sparked anger and confusion, rolling out a vaccine for H5N1 too soon could do more harm than good.—
Emily Mullin,
WIRED,
22 Jan. 2025
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By venting online, this discordant energy between anger and resignation can be expressed.—
Callum Booth,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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“Furor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/furor. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.
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