mutinous
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Sunday's presidential election comes about four months after outgoing President Patrice Talon survived a coup attempt, when Nigeria - the regional superpower - sent warplanes to bombard mutinous soldiers who had attempted to overthrow him.
From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026
Rajoelina went into hiding just before he was ousted on October 14 in a coup led by the commander of a mutinous army unit, Michael Randrianirina, who was sworn in as president on October 17.
From Barron's • Oct. 22, 2025
A smattering of boos at the final whistle of the Europa League draw with Dutch side Twente does not suggest a mutinous mood in the stands exists just yet.
From BBC • Sep. 25, 2024
Earlier this month, the U.S. took similar steps in Niger, suspending counterterrorism assistance and military training more than two months after mutinous soldiers seized power.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 24, 2023
Lyra felt mutinous, but the Lady’s glittering spurs were very clear in the sunlight, so she said nothing.
From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman
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