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tumultuous

[too-muhl-choo-uhs, tyoo-] / tuˈmʌl tʃu əs, tyu- /


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CinemaCon also launched the first trailer for a film about the tumultuous making of 1976 boxing classic Rocky.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

Scott Barshay, a hard-driving corporate lawyer, takes the helm at the firm after a tumultuous year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

The tumultuous developments are keeping Asian currencies under pressure while "reinforcing a bias toward USD strength", Chan wrote.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

Since Season 2 of “Summer House,” Batula and Cooke have captivated audiences with their tumultuous relationship.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Colonel Conners arose to a tumultuous ovation which he finally calmed by raising a muscular arm in the air to signal for quiet.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy




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