unruly mob

Frequency: 7.09.8 per million words

A crowd that is difficult to control or discipline.

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Examples (20)

  • The police struggled to control the unruly mob that had gathered outside the stadium.
  • The police struggled to control the unruly mob that had gathered outside the stadium.
  • Security guards were overwhelmed by the unruly mob trying to force their way into the concert.
  • During the protest, an unruly mob began to clash with security forces.
  • Despite warnings, an unruly mob broke through the barricades, causing chaos.
  • Reports indicated that an unruly mob had stormed the government building.
  • The speaker faced an unruly mob shouting disruptive slogans.
  • The manager was concerned about the potential for an unruly mob if the concert was cancelled.
  • Local authorities are investigating how the peaceful protest turned into an unruly mob.
  • Witnesses described an unruly mob breaking windows and looting stores.
  • She was trapped for an hour, surrounded by an unruly mob of fans.
  • Organizers tried to disperse the unruly mob before the situation escalated.
  • The coach tried to calm the unruly mob of disappointed supporters.
  • An unruly mob surrounded the official's car, demanding answers.
  • His controversial remarks ignited the crowd, turning them into an unruly mob.
  • The news footage showed an unruly mob setting fire to barricades.
  • Witnesses reported seeing an unruly mob vandalizing property after the game.
  • Fearing an unruly mob, authorities deployed extra police units.
  • Dealing with an unruly mob requires patience and effective crowd control strategies.
  • The speaker's controversial remarks agitated the crowd, turning them into an unruly mob.