controlled chaos

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controlled chaos (uncountable)

  1. A state or situation that appears to be completely disorganised, but where some things are under control.
    We arrived home to a scene of controlled chaos, with painters, electricians, plumbers, and workmen of all shapes and colours all over the house.

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