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Pellmell

Definition:

(adjective) In a confused, disorderly, and hurried manner.

(adverb) In a disordered and hurried way.

(noun) Disorder or confusion.

Examples:

(adjective)

1. The children ran pellmell through the park, knocking over everything in their path.
2. The files were scattered pellmell on the desk, making it difficult to find the important documents.

(adverb)

1. The workers rushed pellmell to finish the project before the deadline.
2. After the announcement, people began leaving the building pellmell, causing chaos at the exits.

(noun)

1. During the riot, the protestors moved forward in a pellmell, overwhelming the security forces.
2. The pellmell in the classroom made it hard for the teacher to maintain control over the students.

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