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uprising

American  
[uhp-rahy-zing, uhp-rahy-zing] / ˈʌpˌraɪ zɪŋ, ʌpˈraɪ zɪŋ /

noun

  1. an insurrection or revolt.

    Synonyms:
    rebellion

  2. an act of rising rise up.

  3. an ascent or acclivity.

uprising British  
/ ˈʌpˌraɪzɪŋ, ʌpˈraɪzɪŋ /

noun

  1. a revolt or rebellion

  2. archaic an ascent

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Etymology

Origin of uprising

Middle English word dating back to 1200–50; up-, rising

Example Sentences

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The Yellow Vests were an autonomous uprising, not supported by any unions or political parties.

From Salon

An uprising typically has a long parentage and, if effective enough, can leave behind many like-minded descendants.

From Los Angeles Times

According to a leaked copy of the report seen by AFP, the commission investigating the events recommended the prosecution of ex-prime minister KP Sharma Oli, who was toppled in the uprising.

From Barron's

There is also public pressure to release the findings of an investigation into the deadly 2025 uprising, which toppled the previous government.

From BBC

Uribe frantically monitored the uprising on Feb. 22 through texts, video calls and social media.

From Los Angeles Times

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