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uprising

/ˈʌprɪzɪŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does uprising mean?

noun

A sudden or violent act of rebellion against an authority or government, or a sudden increase in something, such as a price or a quantity.

Example

"The uprising in the city was sparked by the government's decision to raise taxes."

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