revolt
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Otherwise, the town would revolt and the show’s prospects would be ruined.
From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026
Habermas, who began teaching philosophy and sociology at the University of Frankfurt in the 1960s, vocally supported the student revolt at West German universities at the time.
From BBC • Mar. 14, 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
The board beckoned Iger back in November 2022 to quell a revolt by senior Disney executives and allay concerns among investors.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 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
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