in disarray
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They refer to a discipline in disarray, write papers with titles like “How Sociology Can Save Itself” and blog about “Sociology’s Pervasively Dubious Assumptions.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 25, 2026
Perhaps the most vocal and well-known of Luna’s opponents is his predecessor, Alex Villanueva, who paints a picture of a department in disarray, with low morale and trouble in recruiting.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 1, 2026
Looks like that new apartment's going to be in disarray a little longer.
From BBC ● Apr. 28, 2026
They seem to be in disarray and either unable or unwilling to commit to sustained action.
From Slate ● Apr. 21, 2026
None of the women left their quilt patches in disarray to run to the house.
From "Sula" by Toni Morrison
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