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mayhem

[mey-hem, mey-uhm] / ˈmeɪ hɛm, ˈmeɪ əm /


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Switching the setting of “Carrie” from suburban Boston to down-home Maine might have helped convince readers that the novel’s mayhem “could happen in any high school across the country.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

Even within a scene, mayhem stacks up like teetering plates.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Six patients had been receiving treatment in the tents on the grounds of the hospital - and it was reported they may have fled in the mayhem.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

Ultimately, Rucho is the cause of much of the mayhem we see today.

From Slate • Apr. 29, 2026

“Now, now. A little mayhem never hurt anyone,” Alexander said, and patted his sister on the shoulder.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood




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