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disorderly

[dis-awr-der-lee] / dɪsˈɔr dər li /




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Instead, they were dealing with the more basic matter of whether Gamble had been disorderly, breached the peace, and/or resisted arrest.

From Slate • May 4, 2026

That said, the international community is likely to tolerate Japan conducting yen-buying operations if currency moves are excessive and disorderly, and not reflective of economic fundamentals.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

Lil Tjay was arrested on charges including disorderly conduct in Florida.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

Aside from the risk of venturing into the strait at a time of high tension, a disorderly departure from the Gulf also risks causing collisions or grounding, Meade said.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

For me, it’s an off-putting and disorderly mess.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama




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