Definition three-ring circus in American English

three-ring circus noun

[countable] noun

a circus with three areas where people perform at the same time

Synonyms and related words

amusement park carnival circus

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a situation that is very busy, often in a way that you find unpleasant, confusing, or annoying

Example

I don't know how Sue manages with those four kids - it's a three-ring circus over there.

Synonyms and related words

chaos farce disarray

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