upheaval
Example Sentences
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In previous years, a run of poor results would trigger a flurry of signings or internal upheaval.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
Schrader, who turns 80 in July, spoke about the coming upheaval with a mixture of fascination, resignation and dry gallows humor.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
Despite the upheaval, the colonies did not collapse.
From Science Daily • May 26, 2026
The latest results suggest the upheaval will be a last chance for the group to secure its position in a games market that has become ultra-competitive in recent years.
From Barron's • May 20, 2026
In the midst of this upheaval, Pepsi began running television commercials around the country, pitting Coke head-to-head with Pepsi in what they called the Pepsi Challenge.
From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell
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