mutiny

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But in the case of Alekseyev, whose links to Wagner made him a suspect in probes following Prigozhin’s failed mutiny, some analysts said Friday’s attack could have been a case of delayed retribution.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

In March 1783 Gen. George Washington put down a conspiracy among some of his officers who wanted to mutiny against Congress.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 1, 2026

A previous investigation into the mutiny blamed years of pent-up anger among soldiers, who felt their appeals for pay rises and better treatment were ignored.

From Barron's • Nov. 30, 2025

Many fans' groups feel that they are not being listened to and that the club is going backwards, a feeling that has driven the fans to the point of mutiny.

From BBC • Oct. 28, 2025

Giggling was a form of mutiny to the nun and she quelled it with a wintery narrowing of her eyes.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy