commotion
nounUK /kəˈməʊʃən/
US /kəˈmoʊʃən/
A lot of noisy movement and confusion.
The loud crash caused a commotion in the kitchen.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A public disturbance or noisy protest.
The crowd's commotion drew the attention of the police.
3. A state of restless movement or activity.
There was a commotion of birds in the trees at dawn.
4. A violent shaking or agitation of something.
The commotion of the waves rocked the small boat.