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turmoil

noun

Simple meaning

Harassing labor; trouble.

Pronunciation

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turmoyl

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ˈtɝmɔɪl

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Definition

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noun

  1. Harassing labor; trouble; disturbance.

  2. A state of great disorder or uncertainty.

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
C1 · Advanced (estimated)
Frequency
Uncommon
Formality
Technical

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