rebellion
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Some of the young people behind last year's protests have since fallen out with him, warning him not to "hijack the rebellion".
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
But Britain’s postwar efforts to recoup the financial costs of victory led to the program of American taxation that prompted resistance, then outright rebellion in 1775.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026
The junta had popular support when it took power, promising to deal with the long-running security crisis prompted by the Tuareg rebellion in the north, which was then hijacked by Islamist militants.
From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026
Those who fought to crush the rebellion caution that the government must learn the lessons of the past.
From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026
I have chosen Gale and the rebellion, and a future with Peeta is the Capitol’s design, not mine.
From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins
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