insurrection
Example Sentences
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His three other trials include allegations of leading an insurrection, for which he could face the death penalty if found guilty.
From Barron's
The Constitution gives Congress the power “to provide for calling forth the militia to execute the laws of the union, suppress insurrections and repel invasions.”
From Los Angeles Times
He rose through the ranks, burnishing his credentials by leading a campaign battling an ethnic rebel insurrection around crucial trade crossings with China.
From Barron's
Yoon was arrested earlier this year on insurrection charges, which he denies.
From Barron's
The ousted leader is on trial for insurrection and other offences linked to his martial law bid, and could face the death penalty if found guilty.
From Barron's
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