trigger a riot

Examples (10)

• The controversial ruling threatened to trigger a riot in the capital.
• Years of oppression finally triggered a violent riot among the citizens.
• Even a small incident can sometimes trigger a large-scale riot if tensions are high.
• The government's decision to cut subsidies could trigger a riot over food prices.
• Police feared the protest might trigger a riot if not managed carefully.
• False rumors spread online can quickly trigger a riot in sensitive areas.
• Historically, such injustices have always served to trigger a riot.
• One spark was all it took to trigger a massive riot that engulfed the city.
• Activists warned that the new policy would inevitably trigger a riot.
• The sudden arrest of the popular leader was enough to trigger a riot instantly.