Vincent Bugliosi

Helter-Skelter' was the motive for the murders. Manson borrowed that term from a Beatles song on the 'White Album.' In England, helter-skelter is a playground ride. To Manson, helter-skelter meant a war between whites and blacks that the Beatles were in favor of.

American Author

John Stockton

Usually for the last play, everyone goes helter-skelter. They go to the wrong spots. They don't do the right thing.

American Athlete

Emily Carr

Perfectly ordered disorder designed with a helter-skelter magnificence.

Canadian Artist

Use 'helter-skelter' to describe actions done without planning, often leading to chaos.

Unplanned Actions

'Helter-skelter' often conveys a sense of sudden and rapid movement.

Sudden Rush

'Helter-skelter' used as an adjective describes something extremely disorganized or hasty.

Disorganized

Avoid using 'helter-skelter' in formal writing; it's best suited for casual conversation or creative text.

Not for Formal Use

In the UK, 'helter-skelter' specifically refers to a spiraling amusement ride, implying fun and excitement.

Amusement Parks

In British culture, a 'helter-skelter' slide is iconic and often linked to childhood memories of fairs.

Cultural Reference

When learning 'helter-skelter', visualize the twisting slide to remember its sense of disorder and speed.

Helter-skelter

Unplanned Actions

Sudden Rush

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