upheaval

Example Sentences

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Still, despite the war upheaval, private credit angst and tech sector malaise, the S&P 500 is down 3.5% for the year—precisely the same decline booked over the same period in 2025.

From Barron's

Before the conflict began, analysts had predicted a cut in the Bank rate at this meeting, but upheaval in the markets and a higher oil price have all but ruled out such a move.

From BBC

The leadership shift comes amid an upheaval in Hollywood as traditional companies wage a desperate battle for survival.

From Los Angeles Times

At a time of tremendous upheaval for the tech world, the retail world and Target itself, Vemana said that making sure he still has buy-in from his team is another priority.

From The Wall Street Journal

The economic upheaval, and his response to the Iranian hostage crisis, were the biggest factors in his 1980 loss to Ronald Reagan.

From Salon