as in commotion
a state of noisy, confused activity
the post office is always a zoo the day that tax returns are due
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Recent Examples of zoo
Think of the tragic story of Harambe the gorilla, which challenged the premise of zoos and then became a distasteful meme.
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Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 15 Feb. 2025
Elk Grove plans to spend $302 million on the first phase of the zoo, according to the resolution.
—Emma Hall, Sacramento Bee, 13 Feb. 2025
Finally, the zoo gifted Hook and Nivola with their very own set of matching Moo Deng pajamas, which the actors proudly wore over their clothing.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 26 Feb. 2025
While the amusement rides are mostly closed in winter, the zoo remains a fantastic place to visit, with the inhabitants of its vast Nordic wilderness park, including wolves, lynxes, and wolverines, thriving in the colder months.
—David Nikel, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025
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Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 15 Feb. 2025
Elk Grove plans to spend $302 million on the first phase of the zoo, according to the resolution.
—Emma Hall, Sacramento Bee, 13 Feb. 2025
Finally, the zoo gifted Hook and Nivola with their very own set of matching Moo Deng pajamas, which the actors proudly wore over their clothing.
—Angel Saunders, People.com, 26 Feb. 2025
While the amusement rides are mostly closed in winter, the zoo remains a fantastic place to visit, with the inhabitants of its vast Nordic wilderness park, including wolves, lynxes, and wolverines, thriving in the colder months.
—David Nikel, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for zoo
Noun
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Pilots heard the commotion and turned the flight around back to Savannah, police said.—
Joseph Wilkinson,
New York Daily News,
12 Mar. 2025
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Naturally, this means that even something as small as a new shade of Pocket Blush is bound to cause tons of commotion—and spoiler alert, that’s exactly what happened after Hailey’s recent date night routine.—
Kleigh Balugo,
StyleCaster,
12 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The source of the disturbance was just over a mile deep, experts say.—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Mar. 2025
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According to a spokesman from the Missouri State Highway Patrol, which investigated the shooting, Independence police responded to a disturbance around 8 p.m. at a home in the 800 block of E. College Street in Independence.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
12 Mar. 2025
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Without a truly dominant interior presence, this is what can separate the Huskies in a hurry.—
Chantel Jennings,
The Athletic,
17 Mar. 2025
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On the other hand, Walter Clayton Jr. is equally as capable of putting up points in a hurry.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
16 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Spending hike The outlook is meanwhile clouded by a host of factors causing a stir in markets and the economy.—
Jenni Reid,
CNBC,
5 Mar. 2025
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The minister insisted no pressure was applied to lift restrictions on the Tates after a Financial Times report on the meeting caused a stir in Romania.—
STEPHEN McGRATH,
TIME,
27 Feb. 2025
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This little mishap not only added some fun to their exchange but also reminded all of us about the importance of double-checking details.—
Nataliia Onyshkevych,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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What is known is that Henry has inherited some of his father’s quirks, making the duo fun to watch together.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
18 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The current turmoil raises serious questions about the future of student loan forgiveness and repayment policy.—
Shahar Ziv,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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With political turmoil at all levels of government, many problems may get overlooked or delayed.—
Sam Schwartz,
New York Daily News,
9 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In 2018, Forbes cited a study from Denmark that determined that people who regularly play racket sports could extend their lives.—
Chantz Martin,
Fox News,
20 Mar. 2025
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Andreeva took a 1-0 lead in the third with a too-strong passing shot that Sabalenka, a 26-year-old from Belarus, could barely even get her racket on.—
Adam Zagoria,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Princess Cruises Offering premium packages without the fuss of some larger companies, Princess Cruises are sophisticated and cater to travelers who value off-boat excursions as much as onboard activities.—
Stacey Lastoe,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2025
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Light, floaty, and romantic, Pottery Barn’s voile bed skirt could easily skew frilly—but bright white cotton and sleek elegant folds help the design steer clear of fuss.—
Shoko Wanger,
Architectural Digest,
5 Mar. 2025
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“Zoo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/zoo. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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