whirlpool

US /ˈwɝːl.puːl/
UK /ˈwɝːl.puːl/
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1.

a rapidly rotating mass of water in a river or sea into which objects may be drawn

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The boat was caught in a dangerous whirlpool.
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Avoid swimming near the rocks where the whirlpool forms.
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eddyvortexmaelstromswirlcurrent
2.

a state of intense activity or confusion

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She was caught in a whirlpool of emotions.
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The city was a whirlpool of activity during the festival.
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turmoilcommotionchaosfrenzymaelstrom