uprising

Example Sentences

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They were gathered in the city's Heroes' Square for the reburial of the man behind Hungary's failed uprising in 1956, Imre Nagy.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

The Yellow Vests were an autonomous uprising, not supported by any unions or political parties.

From Salon • Mar. 28, 2026

According to a leaked copy of the report seen by AFP, the commission investigating the events recommended the prosecution of ex-prime minister KP Sharma Oli, who was toppled in the uprising.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

“The first time when we watched it, I cried at the end when they were showing the global workers unionizing and uprising and stuff,” said Liu.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

During this time I help tend to Gale, apply snow coat to my cheek, try to remember everything I can about the uprising in District 8, in case it will help us.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins