Used to describe a situation that is
tumultuous, circus-like, and has spun out-of-control. Originates from the 1970s
variety show of the same name, though some users many not be aware of
the source.
Amelia: My love life is such a gong show!
Nazarine: Really? You have a studio audience in your bedroom, and you bang a large gong for
boyfriends who can't cut it?
Amelia:
Don't be ridiculous, Naz. I mean, it is
LITERALLY a gong show. It is tumultuous, circus-like, and has spun out-of-control.
Nazarine: Oh, I see.