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turmoil

[tur-moil] / ˈtɜr mɔɪl /


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The turmoil has left the Central Military Commission, the top body that controls the military, with just two members: Xi himself and the head of the military’s body for internal investigations.

From The Wall Street Journal

Welsh rugby is in turmoil on and off the pitch.

From BBC

One of Wales' most successful businesswomen has joined calls for Welsh Rugby Union chairman Richard Collier-Keywood to resign over its current turmoil.

From BBC

Still, even inside the awards-season bubble, the turmoil surrounding the movie business, the country and the world beyond it was hard to ignore.

From Los Angeles Times

This show of support was the product of an intense rearguard action from Sir Keir's inner team, some of them in interim positions after days of turmoil.

From BBC