tumultuous
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Gorka has emerged as one of the last men standing after a tumultuous stretch for U.S. counterterrorism leadership.
From Salon • Apr. 22, 2026
The Louisiana Territory became a more tumultuous place after 1806.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
After last year's tumultuous win, which gave the 36-year-old the career Grand Slam at the 11th attempt, there was a discernible hangover in the majors that followed.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 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
We reached the tumultuous playground and I told Samuel that I had to see Miss Maestas.
From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya
Vocabulary lists containing tumultuous
The Great Gatsby
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List 7
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"The Story of an Hour" by Kate Chopin
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