rumpus

Example Sentences

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Diners at El Conde Nuevo, another Dominican restaurant across the street, stood on the corner also trying to decipher the rumpus outside.

From New York Times

“Wildflowers” feels like an older sister to Sendak’s work, maybe taking place on the next island over from Max’s wild rumpus.

From New York Times

The growing presence of the boars has sparked a rumpus in local discourse.

From New York Times

Few 30something couples would be able to afford a mortgage on a four-bedroom suburban home with a garage, basement and rumpus room — particularly on one salary.

From Salon

“I’m seeing Max being sent to his room, falling asleep, getting into a boat and then having a wild rumpus.”

From New York Times