rebellion
Example Sentences
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Those who fought to crush the rebellion caution that the government must learn the lessons of the past.
From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026
It is the Watts rebellion and Noah Purifoy.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026
"Before rock and roll's rebellion, there was jazz," explains Springer.
From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026
He makes clear that the eventual titans of streetwear were scrappy entrepreneurs who merged graffiti, break dancing, hip-hop, punk rock and skateboarding, all gestures of rebellion they cleverly merchandised.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
To put down the Confederate rebellion, the president required votes in Congress from men who would back the needs of the military.
From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow
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