hooligans
word · lemma: hooligan
Definition
People, usually young, who behave in a violent or destructive way, especially in groups or at public events like sports games.
Usage & Nuances
Usually informal or used in news reports. Often refers to violent fans at sports events ('football hooligans'), but can describe any group causing trouble in public. Do not confuse with 'criminals' (who break laws for personal gain).
Example Sentences
The police stopped the hooligans outside the stadium.
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Some hooligans broke the windows last night.
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The match was delayed because of hooligans.
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Those hooligans made a mess of the park again last weekend.
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The city is trying to stop groups of hooligans from gathering downtown.
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After the loss, some angry hooligans started fighting in the street.
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