Synonyms of merry go round

Noun

1. merry-go-round, cycle

usage: a never-ending cycle of activities and events (especially when they seem to have little purpose); "if we lose the election the whole legislative merry-go-round will have to start over"

2. carousel, carrousel, merry-go-round, roundabout, whirligig, ride

usage: a large, rotating machine with seats for children to ride or amusement