dissension

Example Sentences

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The hope is clearly to sow dissension within the ranks of his corrupt police and security forces.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 16, 2025

Still, there is little doubt that this could cause delays and dissension — which is part of the plan.

From Salon • Sep. 20, 2024

The dissension contains echoes of 2004, when then-CEO Michael Eisner publicly feuded with high-profile members of the Disney family to stay in power.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2024

He rebels against his heritage and soaks in the music of economically disadvantaged Black people, stirring up dissension in his family.

From New York Times • Feb. 20, 2024

“Spreading dissension and inciting to mutiny. Silver, you’re under arrest too, for failing to report to Toadflax this evening and causing your duty to devolve on a comrade. You’re both to come with me.”

From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams