turbulence
/ˈtɜrbjələns/
noun
- Irregular and violent movement of air or water.
- White-water rafters enjoy the turbulence of the rapids.
- The plane hit some turbulence during the storm, so the captain asked everyone to stay seated.
- The turbulence in the river made swimming dangerous.
- A state of conflict, confusion, or disorder.
- The company went through a period of turbulence when the CEO resigned.
- Emotional turbulence can make it hard to focus on work.
- The country experienced political turbulence after the election.
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