insurgence

Example Sentences

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They were ousted by the US after the 9/11 attacks but their insurgence continued to target America's troops and their allies.

From BBC • Jul. 31, 2023

“The level of military support” for a Ukrainian insurgence, Admiral Stavridis said, “would make our efforts in Afghanistan against the Soviet Union look puny by comparison.”

From New York Times • Jan. 14, 2022

"Modular kitchens highlight smart shelves, space-saving features, and maximized corners. Additionally, we may see an insurgence of kitchen nooks, as they are a cozy work-from-home option."

From Salon • Sep. 24, 2021

Removed from its oceanic heat source, Fred was losing steam, having evolved in a lopsided tropical cyclone due to an insurgence of dry air.

From Washington Post • Aug. 17, 2021

Ironically, the greatest triumph for both protagonists was the time they were forced to cooperate during the goblin insurgence.

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer