revolt

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The split widens when a labor strike becomes an armed revolt, with Jacir gamely tracking the hardening or shifting loyalties of both her peasant and well-to-do characters.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

Otherwise, the town would revolt and the show’s prospects would be ruined.

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026

A man so adept at helping clients navigate boardroom intrigue was pushed out from Paul Weiss’s chairmanship by an internal revolt after 18 years at the helm.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

They should have cruised to victory at Tottenham with a 2-0 half-time lead and the home fans in open revolt.

From Barron's • Feb. 1, 2026

“We are outlaws. Our leader, Lord Roke, heard of Lord Asriel’s revolt and pledged our support.”

From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman