face a mutiny

Frequency: 5.72.0 per million words

To have to deal with a mutiny.

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  • The captain had to face a mutiny from his disgruntled crew.
  • The government feared it might face a mutiny if new taxes were imposed.
  • Throughout history, many leaders have had to face a mutiny at some point.
  • If conditions do not improve, the general could face a mutiny from his exhausted troops.
  • The president had to face a mutiny within his own party over the controversial policy.
  • She was determined not to face a mutiny by giving in to their demands.
  • The dictator's brutal policies led him to face a mutiny from his loyal guards.
  • Any leader failing to address their concerns would likely face a mutiny.
  • The ship's officers were surprised to suddenly face a mutiny during the long voyage.
  • To face a mutiny is often the ultimate test of a commander's authority.