| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Out of control situation | LA Times Daily | 27 Jul 2025 |
| Scene of absolute chaos | ||
| Complete snafu | ||
| Situation that's devolved into total chaos | ||
| *Absurdly chaotic situation | LA Times Daily | 04 Feb 2024 |
| Situation that's really out of control | Universal | 13 Aug 2021 |
| Chaotic situation, in slang | LA Times Daily | 08 May 2021 |
| Chaotic situation, in slang | The Washington Post | 08 May 2021 |
| Chaotic situation | Wall Street Journal | 22 Jul 2016 |
| Situation that's gone absurdly out of control |