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turbulence (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈtɜːrbjələns/

Irregular, unpredictable movement of air or water, or a state of confusion and disorder.

The flight experienced severe turbulence, causing drinks to spill and passengers to gasp.
Ocean currents can create strong turbulence, making swimming dangerous in certain areas.
After the CEO resigned, the company went through a period of economic turbulence.

experience turbulence (collocation): To undergo or feel the effects of turbulence. — "Passengers were advised to keep their seatbelts fastened in case we experienced turbulence."
go through turbulence (collocation): To pass through a period of disturbance or difficulty. — "The relationship went through a lot of turbulence before they reconciled."
in turbulence (prepositional phrase): In a state of irregular motion or disorder. — "The small boat was caught in turbulence created by the larger ship's wake."

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