rebellion

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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

"I also think my accent's come back a lot more now I live in England. Which is quite funny. It's like a rebellion," she said.

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

For those who are attempting to quit the apps for good, our biggest act of rebellion, now, is returning to our home kitchens.

From Salon • Mar. 3, 2026

Sentenced to 30 years for military rebellion, he was expelled from the Civil Guard and stripped of his rank.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

She throws back her head and shouts, “Whole country in rebellion? Wouldn’t want anything like that!”

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins