ruckus

Example Sentences

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This off-the-cuff comment has caused a ruckus in Australia, where it was widely interpreted to mean that Warner Bros. held the rights to the words “Tasmanian devils.”

From New York Times

Over the weekend, both Florence’s mayor and the museum director voiced incredulity over the ruckus and issued invitations for the ousted principal and the school community to come and see the sculpture for themselves.

From Seattle Times

The ruckus prompted a stream of acrimonious comments on social media, with those demanding military honors for the fighter, Ilshat Askarov, flinging words like “Shame!” or “Traitor!” at opponents.

From New York Times

USA Today caused a ruckus last year for honoring Rachel Levine, Health and Human Services assistant secretary, who transitioned from male to female in 2011.

From Washington Times

The passenger sitting near the plane's hatch was able to access the electronics bay thanks to a ruckus in the first class cabin, which distracted nearby flight attendants.

From Salon