riot

Example Sentences

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She has covered a range of topics including the war in Ukraine, the supply-chain crisis, and the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 8, 2026

Their celebrations were furtive and short-lived to avoid riot police or other authorities.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026

Pictures have shown those taking part in the Britain First march and counter protesters coming against lines of police in riot gear.

From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026

Police in riot gear stood menacingly in front of the hotel, then eventually dispersed the protest by force around 10 p.m.

From Slate • Feb. 11, 2026

But then lining the sidewalk outside the station, blocking the entrance to the turnstiles, was a row of cops in riot gear.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro