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as in turbulent
marked by sudden or violent disturbance
one of the most tumultuous periods in the history of the region
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as in rough
marked by turmoil or disturbance especially of natural elements
watched the tumultuous weather from the dry safety of our house
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as in violent
marked by bursts of destructive force or intense activity
after a tumultuous day of trading, the stock market was down 500 points
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Recent Examples of tumultuous
In a clear sign of the tumultuous state of Ivorian politics, the PDCI led by former banker Thiam in March joined the Coalition for Peaceful Alternation, together with Simone Gbagbo’s MGC and Blé Goudé’s own party.
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Joël Té-Léssia Assoko, semafor.com, 23 July 2025
The singer got candid on his tumultuous relationship with addiction in a February 2021 interview with Variety.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 23 July 2025
Millersville turmoil Dorris' indictment continues a tumultuous run for Millersville that began in January 2024 when the board of commissioners fired then City Manager Scott Avery and hired Tina Tobin as his replacement during the same meeting.
—Craig Shoup, Nashville Tennessean, 23 July 2025
Sabbath maintained their original lineup (save for a few months when Dave Walker filled in on lead vocals) until 1979, when Osbourne was expelled from the band after the tumultuous recording of their eighth studio album, Never Say Die!
—Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 23 July 2025
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Joël Té-Léssia Assoko, semafor.com, 23 July 2025
The singer got candid on his tumultuous relationship with addiction in a February 2021 interview with Variety.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 23 July 2025
Millersville turmoil Dorris' indictment continues a tumultuous run for Millersville that began in January 2024 when the board of commissioners fired then City Manager Scott Avery and hired Tina Tobin as his replacement during the same meeting.
—Craig Shoup, Nashville Tennessean, 23 July 2025
Sabbath maintained their original lineup (save for a few months when Dave Walker filled in on lead vocals) until 1979, when Osbourne was expelled from the band after the tumultuous recording of their eighth studio album, Never Say Die!
—Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 23 July 2025
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All died in the turbulent waters of Lake Michigan while vacationing in South Haven, where public outrage over the lack of lifeguards has been building.—
Tresa Baldas,
Freep.com,
21 July 2025
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Wander the ruins of Cristóvão de Moura’s palace, a poignant echo of Portugal’s turbulent entanglement with Spanish rule.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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Here are several other Twins takeaways from a rough weekend in Denver, which ended on an encouraging note: Ryan shows confidence after first All-Star Game Making his first start since delivering a dominant inning in the All-Star Game on Tuesday, Ryan was outstanding in the series finale.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
21 July 2025
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Devin Williams has settled down after a rough beginning of the year, and Luke Weaver remains superb despite some hiccups before the All-Star Break.—
Daniel R. Epstein,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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As droves of tourists continue to flock to Spain for European summer vacations, the nation’s emergency responders are dealing with the aftermath of a violent wave of flash flooding in nearly half of the country’s 50 provinces.—
Opheli Garcia Lawler,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
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The two got married, had a baby, and started a quiet life together far away from his violent past.—
Allison DeGrushe Published,
EW.com,
14 July 2025
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An inside look at the birth and power of ferocious storms Lowry credits the current warming in the Atlantic to a weakening of the Bermuda High, a pattern of high pressure that expands and shrinks over the western Atlantic and heavily influences hurricane movement.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
23 July 2025
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That rear wing incorporates a Formula 1-style drag-reduction system, S-duct air channel, aggressive front splitter, and rear diffuser to help generate an impressive 860 kilograms of downforce at 177 mph for ferocious performance.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
16 July 2025
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The two have one of the fiercest rivals in college football known as the Iron Bowl.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
19 July 2025
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He’s also ruled out the Chinese mainland due to fierce competition, entrenched EV incumbents, and a power grid so advanced that ultra-fast charging is widely available—making battery swapping largely unnecessary.—
Clay Chandler,
Fortune,
19 July 2025
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This ends up looking like a furious around-the-horn toss, with all three outfielders sprinting in to complete the drill.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
26 July 2025
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The House abruptly began its summer recess Wednesday evening, a day earlier than scheduled, as GOP leaders balked at efforts from Republicans and Democrats to press the Justice Department to make public government documents regarding Epstein. Democrats were furious.—
David Lightman,
Sacbee.com,
23 July 2025
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“Tumultuous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tumultuous. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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