Meanings
Probably from flutter the dovecote, possibly from Coriolanus (written c. 1608–1609; published 1623) by the English playwright William Shakespeare (1564–1616), Act V, scene vi (spelling modernized): “[L]ike an eagle in a dovecote, I / Fluttered your Volcians in Corioles.”[1][2]
A disturbance, usually one caused within a group of people who are generally placid and unexcited.
Example Sentences
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The news of the impending layoffs caused a flutter in the dovecote.
2
The unexpected resignation of the CEO created a flutter in the dovecote among the employees.
3
The controversial decision by the government caused a flutter in the dovecote of the citizens.
4
The sudden announcement of a merger sent a flutter in the dovecote among the investors.
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The rumor of a new product launch caused a flutter in the dovecote of the market analysts.
