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uprising

UK/'ʌpraiziŋ/US
IELTSTOEFLC1

Definitions

n.

A revolt or rebellion by a group of people against those in power

起义,暴动,叛乱

Root Breakdown

Native English
upother
+
risother
+
ingcontinuous / action of
=uprising

Common Collocations

  • 1.armed uprising武装起义
  • 2.popular uprising人民起义

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The uprising against the oppressive regime lasted for several months.

  • 2.

    During the uprising, citizens from all walks of life joined together to demand change.

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