insurgence
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of insurgence
First recorded in 1840–50; insurg(ent) + -ence
Example Sentences
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They were ousted by the US after the 9/11 attacks but their insurgence continued to target America's troops and their allies.
From BBC • Jul. 31, 2023
In these more clandestine spaces, I hear flashes of insurgence, a way to refuse the fictions we’ve been fed about reggaeton.
From New York Times • Dec. 22, 2021
"Modular kitchens highlight smart shelves, space-saving features, and maximized corners. Additionally, we may see an insurgence of kitchen nooks, as they are a cozy work-from-home option."
From Salon • Sep. 24, 2021
Removed from its oceanic heat source, Fred was losing steam, having evolved in a lopsided tropical cyclone due to an insurgence of dry air.
From Washington Post • Aug. 17, 2021
Ironically, the greatest triumph for both protagonists was the time they were forced to cooperate during the goblin insurgence.
From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer
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