rumpus

Example Sentences

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The unexpected rumpus took place on Feb. 23 at the Thornton Beach Recreation Area when the young boy was taking a riding lesson on a horse from Ocean View Stables.

From Los Angeles Times

As we've talked about, there are fears another leadership rumpus could do more harm than good after all the travails they've already had.

From BBC

The court heard that she told police: "Kate told me he tried to get up the night before, and she tried to stop him. Ian had said 'leave me alone or I'll cause a rumpus'."

From BBC

Labour HQ seems neither surprised nor perturbed by the rumpus their proposals this week caused.

From BBC

Sirota donated the space — that garage/rehearsal/studio/hangout spot, affectionately known as “the rumpus room,” is hers.

From Los Angeles Times