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chaos

[key-os] / ˈkeɪ ɒs /


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As the Taliban entered Kabul, thousands of desperate civilians flooded the airport, overwhelming the gates and creating scenes of chaos and desperation.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 27, 2026

"It was just being a handful of people, and it was complete chaos," Curlee recalled of those initial months.

From Barron's Aug. 26, 2026

The home side could not have wished for a more straightforward beginning to a new era as they look to move on from the chaos of the past year.

From BBC Aug. 22, 2026

Yes, “Spa Weekend” is a plate of reheated “Wedding Crashers” nachos, because no one stirs up cheerful chaos like the spirited Fisher.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 21, 2026

He was chaos in a teeny-tiny package, full of laughter and good cheer, but also really, really good at being a friend if you gave him the chance.

From "Chronicles of a Lizard Nobody" by Patrick Ness




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