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turmoil

[tur-moil] / ˈtɜr mɔɪl /


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The acting new attorney general must lead a Justice Department in turmoil while satisfying the president’s demands.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

Given the market volatility sparked by the U.S. attack on Iran, Vanguard Wellington may be just what investors need to ride out the turmoil.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

On Beams, the album's most vulnerable song, she uses the looping structures of dance music to represent the turmoil of wanting to end a relationship.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Here are some of the stocks and investments that rose above the turmoil to outperform the broader market at the start of the year:

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Matthias sat with his back against the Abbey wall, his mind in a turmoil.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques