Meaning & use
Uprising
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An act of resistance or rebellion; an organized attempt by a group to defy or overthrow an authority.
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The uprising was eventually crushed by government forces.
Historians study the causes of the 1848 uprisings across Europe.
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Often used interchangeably with 'revolt,' though 'uprising' can suggest a more spontaneous or grassroots origin.
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