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turbulence

[tur-byuh-luhns] / ˈtɜr byə ləns /




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But I see it as something deeper: a manifestation of the deep turbulence at the heart of this place.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Airline executives descend on Rio this weekend to weigh the prospects for an industry grappling with geopolitical turbulence, soaring fuel costs and travellers wary of chasing sky-high ticket prices.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

The court was shown conditions on the weir on that day, with the prosecution explaining it showed "immense turbulence" of the water.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Calm markets don’t tend to stay that way for long if turbulence beneath the surface is increasing.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

He lumbered upstairs, each heavy step creating turbulence in my head, and went into Jajas room.

From "Purple Hibiscus" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie




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