upheaval
Example Sentences
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The visit is a reminder of the strength of their friendship, even amid "upheaval in international affairs", Kim was reported as saying.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Lee made the remark at a press conference marking his first year in office, which he took after months of political upheaval triggered by his predecessor's martial law declaration.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
Some AI insiders have seen that threshold as a potential marker of danger and enormous societal upheaval.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
And there could be more departures on the way, adding to the upheaval.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
But he did not want to cause upheaval or controversy.
From "Charles and Emma: The Darwins' Leap of Faith" by Deborah Heiligman
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