Turbulent
/ˈtɜːrbjələnt/
agitated, disordered
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- 1.
(of air, water, or other fluid) moving erratically or violently, often with eddies; not smooth or steady.
"The aircraft experienced turbulent air for a few minutes."
- 2.
(of a state, situation, or period) characterized by conflict, disorder, or instability; not calm or peaceful.
"The country went through a turbulent period of political unrest."
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The ship struggled to navigate through the turbulent waters.
The ship struggled to navigate through the turbulent waters.
His teenage years were a turbulent time filled with self-discovery and rebellion.
His teenage years were a turbulent time filled with self-discovery and rebellion.
She tried to calm her turbulent emotions before entering the meeting.
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