uproar

Example Sentences

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But that message was largely drowned out in the online uproar.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

Otherwise, the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz wouldn’t cause such an uproar.

From Salon • Mar. 25, 2026

CBP fired the laser thinking it was aiming at cartel drones, leading the FAA to close the airspace over El Paso—and causing an uproar in Washington.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

Despite the uproar, experts said the salute by Smith and Carlos was a defining moment for Black people, galvanizing the Civil Rights Movement.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026

Another uproar exploded in the room; Thomas could do nothing but shake his head—he just didn’t get how Gaily could come up with all these ideas.

From "The Maze Runner" by James Dashner