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Vocabulary Entry
rioting
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A violent disturbance of the peace by a crowd.
Example Sentences
"The city was on edge after the rioting that took place last night."
"Rioting broke out in response to the controversial decision."
"The police struggled to contain the rioting as tensions escalated."
V
verb
To engage in violent public disturbance.
Example Sentences
"The citizens began rioting after the verdict was announced."
"They threatened to start rioting if their demands were not met."
"The group was accused of rioting during the protest."