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[tur-moil] / ˈtɜr mɔɪl /


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The script is glancingly empathetic to Jane’s moral turmoil but like Daniel, the film has made up its mind before the movie started.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The problem was that Old Trafford was in turmoil.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Saudi Arabia launched its second national carrier Riyadh Air after more than a year of delays on Wednesday, defying the economic turmoil triggered by the Middle East war and strong competition from established Gulf airlines.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

In telling the little-known story of the Harlem Cultural Festival held in 1969, “Summer of Soul” presents it as a revolutionary act of Black joy, standing in contrast to the political turmoil.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

The Goober arrived at the last moment and made his way through the turmoil to the top of the bleachers.

From "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier




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