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turmoil

[tur-moil] / ˈtɜr mɔɪl /


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Over the past five seasons, they have been crowned Portuguese champions three times, have found peace after several years of internal turmoil and reached financial stability.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Given the market volatility sparked by the U.S. attack on Iran, Vanguard Wellington may be just what investors need to ride out the turmoil.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

In 1971, the U.S.-backed Shah of Iran put troops on Abu Musa along with Greater Tunb and Lesser Tunb during a period of turmoil sparked by British retreat from the region.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

Here are some of the stocks and investments that rose above the turmoil to outperform the broader market at the start of the year:

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

It was a nice break from the turmoil of his home, which lately had been filled with more relatives than any human being should be expected to endure.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman