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uproar

[uhp-rawr, -rohr] / ˈʌpˌrɔr, -ˌroʊr /


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But separate comments in the interview about the "strange" present of Japanese melons by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in May -- when asked about his "most crap" diplomatic gift -- this week sparked further uproar.

From Barron's Aug. 12, 2026

Witness the uproar after four junior bankers participated in an Interview magazine fashion spread earlier this year.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 6, 2026

It follows a similar uproar in 2022 when Cracker Barrel faced online backlash from some customers after adding plant-based sausages to its breakfast menu.

From BBC Jul. 27, 2026

The international uproar that followed overwhelmed the U.S. team, which played its worst game of the tournament against Belgium.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 20, 2026

The badger’s statement caused uproar and shouts of “Nonsense. Pure speculation” and “That’s right! Give a rat a bad name!”

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques




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