1
as in anarchical
not restrained by or under the control of legal authority
disorderly mobs roamed the streets after the fall of the city
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as in chaotic
lacking in order, neatness, and often cleanliness
disorderly piles of clothes on various tables about the room
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Recent Examples of disorderly
On the stage were more than 20 people, politicians and community leaders, creating the impression of a disorderly group of publicity seekers, two of whom were laughing with each other, another chewing gum.
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Rick Pozniak, Boston Herald, 7 Jan. 2025
In another post shared by the LAPD, disorderly fans were also seen throwing rocks and bottles at officers.
—Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 8 Nov. 2024
Isabel almost immediately develops an intense dislike for Eva, a disorderly presence who disrupts the strictly regimented life Isabel has built for herself.
—Chloe Schama, Vogue, 25 Dec. 2024
But there were no disorderly queues among clubs aiming to secure Wan-Bissaka’s signature.
—Roshane Thomas, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
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Rick Pozniak, Boston Herald, 7 Jan. 2025
In another post shared by the LAPD, disorderly fans were also seen throwing rocks and bottles at officers.
—Jackson Thompson, Fox News, 8 Nov. 2024
Isabel almost immediately develops an intense dislike for Eva, a disorderly presence who disrupts the strictly regimented life Isabel has built for herself.
—Chloe Schama, Vogue, 25 Dec. 2024
But there were no disorderly queues among clubs aiming to secure Wan-Bissaka’s signature.
—Roshane Thomas, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for disorderly
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The week’s biggest stories A month after L.A. firestorms, essential questions still haunt Southern California The region is still grappling with basic questions about what caused the blazes, why evacuations were so chaotic and whether officials were prepared.—
Kevinisha Walker,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Feb. 2025
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While the transfer was orderly – in contrast to chaotic scenes surrounding the release of Israeli and Thai hostages in Gaza last week – the three appeared thin and pale when they were led onto a makeshift stage.—
Sophie Tanno and Mick Krever,
CNN,
8 Feb. 2025
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Homan provided an update to Fox News on two ongoing probes, including a criminal investigation by the Department of Justice (DOJ), which Homan says points to a possible leak within the FBI.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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The judge reminded federal officials that continuing to ignore his order could be cause for criminal contempt.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
11 Feb. 2025
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The trail from the bay leading to the preserve’s entrance is rough, rocky and messy.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
16 Feb. 2025
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Other Big Stories Image Inside the Murdoch family: Our reporters obtained more than 3,000 pages of documents that reveal betrayals, private messages and a messy court battle over the future of the media empire.—
German Lopez,
New York Times,
14 Feb. 2025
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The wildly rebellious press across Europe are a vibrant sign of its free speech.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN,
14 Feb. 2025
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Luna will meet with rebellious Uranus in a surprising trine, bringing a jolt of excitement and unexpected revelations to your love life.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
14 Feb. 2025
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Southern Californian residential architecture has long been mocked for its anarchic eclecticism.—
Alex Ross,
The New Yorker,
1 Feb. 2025
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But will the raucous, anarchic comedy win anything?—
Anne Thompson,
IndieWire,
23 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Official fireworks shows took place over the city, and illegal pyrotechnics lit up the sky everywhere in between.—
Lisa Beebe,
Los Angeles Magazine,
5 July 2017
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Louisville police say anything that goes into the air or explodes is illegal for average citizens.—
James Bruggers,
The Courier-Journal,
5 July 2017
Adjective
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From there, the show spun outward, presenting a whole cast of shadowy doubles and mysteriously cosmic back doors—during which distance grew between us, the confused audience, and Laura’s death, which had kicked off the entire franchise.—
K. Austin Collins,
The Atlantic,
7 Feb. 2025
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The bride was confused at this, and even more taken back by her hostility.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
6 Feb. 2025
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Step back and look at the shrub and remove any unruly shoots back to a bud or lateral branch that take away from the plant's overall shape.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
12 Feb. 2025
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An episode tracing an increasingly unruly night on the town is a highlight.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
11 Feb. 2025
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“Disorderly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disorderly. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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