The agency has been criticized for contributing to the circus-like atmosphere that surrounded the diplomat.

It is clear the circus-like atmosphere of Adu's first games has not been entirely welcome.

Even the most dedicated fans don't seem to mind the circus-like atmosphere.

They find themselves experiencing a virtual reality, a strange, dark circus-like atmosphere.

The circus-like atmosphere of the debate in Moscow contrasted with grim economic news.

Vendors set up stalls to sell food and souvenirs, creating to a circus-like atmosphere.

Rising prices have created a circus-like atmosphere in parts of China.

Even though a circus-like atmosphere surrounds boxing, the people involved in the sport don't like it being considered a sideshow.

They kids are put on display and the area acquires a circus-like atmosphere.

The trial was one of the country's most contentious legal proceedings and sometimes had a "circus-like atmosphere".