turbulent
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Hot objects have experienced a much more turbulent history.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 2, 2026
The current settled spell marks quite a contrast to the turbulent conditions experienced just a week ago, when the UK was hit by its first named storms of the season, Austen and Bóelo.
From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026
The Bank of Canada is increasingly confident about the domestic economy and companies’ ability to navigate turbulent trade waters, adding to its conviction that it was time on Wednesday to raise interest rates.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026
Despite his closeness to the Bolsonaros, Trump has also shown an uncanny fondness for Lula, saying that despite turbulent trade relations, he and the veteran leftist, both 80, have "excellent chemistry."
From Barron's ● Oct. 26, 2026
Sometimes after a storm it became turbulent and dangerous.
From "Son" by Lois Lowry
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Vocabulary lists containing turbulent
"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Chapters 16–19
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"The Great Gatsby," Chapter 1 Vocabulary
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This Week in Words: October 13 – 20, 2018
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