major rebellion

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a significant and large-scale rebellion

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  • The re-introduction of conscription sparked off a major rebellion.
  • Historically, a major rebellion often signals deep societal unrest.
  • The government feared a major rebellion if the new tax was implemented.
  • News of the major rebellion spread quickly across the provinces.
  • They were determined to suppress the major rebellion with force.
  • A major rebellion broke out in the capital city, challenging the monarch's authority.
  • The historian documented several instances of major rebellion during that period.
  • Preventing a major rebellion became the top priority for the ruling party.
  • The seeds of a major rebellion were sown by years of oppression.
  • Despite their efforts, a major rebellion could not be avoided.