topsy-turvy

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The sequel is, like its predecessor, wall-to-wall animated frenzy, with chases, fights and handsomely detailed set pieces such as a topsy-turvy casino land where characters walk on walls and ceilings.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

In a topsy-turvy fourth quarter, the Lakers came up short when LeBron James missed a last-second shot that sent L.A. to a 110-109 loss to the Magic on Tuesday night at Crypto.com Arena.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2026

In a moment of less acute emergency, there are good reasons to fix that topsy-turvy situation.

From Slate • Feb. 4, 2026

Montpellier edged Bordeaux-Begles 28-24 in a topsy-turvy encounter.

From Barron's • Nov. 29, 2025

“Yeah, probably from Mr. Crab,” Genie threw out there, thinking nothing of it, especially after Grandma was so cool about the topsy-turvy comment.

From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds