chaos
Example Sentences
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"Of course, until yesterday the prime minister was claiming that this leadership had brought order to the chaos of illegal subsidies," it said.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
I turned 50 in the middle of the unraveling, sandwiched somewhere in the chaos of a second painful surgery and my mother’s death.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026
They knew Chelsea would respond, but looked ready for the chaos that occured late on in west London.
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026
Sometimes it’s the chaos, not the cruelty, that’s the point.
From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026
I reached out and grabbed Elliot’s arm, bringing him to a stop, and for a half second we stood frozen as chaos swirled around us.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.