kerfuffle
Example Sentences
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Note, for instance, how this kerfuffle is goading his critics into defending the indefensible.
The culinary kerfuffle was unusual for Mexico, which boasts a world-renowned cuisine that includes dozens of varieties of breads and pastries, both savory and sweet.
From Los Angeles Times
Instead, Beijing has decided to turn a modest kerfuffle into a major confrontation.
The rivalry is only intensifying and each kerfuffle, even if smoothed out, erodes trust between the two rivals.
From Barron's
The latest kerfuffle with Canada will likely be sorted and chances generally look good for an agreement with China—at least until the next unpredictable wrangle.
From Barron's
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