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uproar

[uhp-rawr, -rohr]

noun

  1. a state of violent and noisy disturbance, as of a multitude; turmoil.

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  2. an instance of this.

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uproar

/ ˈʌˌɔː /

noun

  1. a commotion or disturbance characterized by loud noise and confusion; turmoil

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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of uproar1

1520–30; < Dutch oproer revolt, tumult, translation of German Aufruhr; sense and spelling influenced by roar
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Idioms and Phrases

see make a scene (an uproar).
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But these plans were canceled after word from the Beach Boys’ organization that the band wanted to make the Watt uproar behind them, explained a station representative.

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After an uproar from human rights activists, the detainees were finally released and left to find legal asylum elsewhere.

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In 2011, shortly after forming a majority Conservative government, Prime Minister Stephen Harper caused a national uproar when he sought to emphasise Canada's ties to the British monarchy.

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The latest order follows the suspension of all political activity - another recommendation from the national conference - which sparked uproar from the opposition.

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The uproar that followed Newsom’s comments underscored the complexities Democrats face on the issue, with some Democrats alleging that Newsom strategically abandoned a vulnerable group of people to prepare for a future presidential run.

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