insurgents
Example Sentences
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He was among thousands of insurgents who surrendered in late 2001 as a US-led coalition ousted the group.
From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2026
They were also motivated by the fear that their own survival might depend on getting on the right side of these insurgents.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 4, 2026
"The Christians we're hearing in Washington don't reflect the Jesus of the Gospels," one of the insurgents, Adam Hamilton, told AFP.
From Barron's ● Jul. 12, 2026
This mission, dubbed "Liberte 250," highlights France's support for the US insurgents who took on the British crown, making Paris the oldest international ally of Washington.
From Barron's ● Jun. 9, 2026
Arthur called off the hunt, judged accurately that the insurgents were demoralized, and allowed his men to sleep in comfort on their arms, with few but careful sentries.
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
