topsy-turvydom
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of topsy-turvydom
First recorded in 1875–80; topsy-turvy + -dom
Example Sentences
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Sullivan, for all the delirious ridiculousness inherent in his music, had long been chafing at Gilbert's contagiously ridiculous topsy-turvydom.
From Time Magazine Archive
He himself was fonder of his serious comedies than of his triumphant excursions into topsy-turvydom.
From Time Magazine Archive
Last week the American College of Allergists met in Chicago to hear the latest reports from topsy-turvydom.
From Time Magazine Archive
It was not only her secret feelings that he called in question, he accused her of actual dishonour as it is defined by the world—that clumsy world with its topsy-turvydom of moral judgments.
From Demos by Gissing, George
Not a little perplexed was Cynthia at the topsy-turvydom in which that morning she had found her father's house.
From The Tavern Knight by Sabatini, Rafael
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