Riots Meaning in English
word · lemma: riot
释义
Violent disturbances by a crowd in public, with people protesting, destroying property, or fighting with the authorities. Often happen due to political or social tension.
用法与细微差别
'Riot' is usually a noun but also can be a verb ('to riot'). Always refers to group violence, not just loud behavior. Common collocations: 'race riots,' 'food riots,' 'break out into riots.' More serious than 'protests' and strongly negative.
例句
There were riots in the city last night.
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The government tried to stop the riots.
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Many stores were damaged during the riots.
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After the news broke, the streets quickly turned into scenes of riots.
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Last year's riots left the city in chaos for days.
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Food shortages sometimes lead to angry riots in some countries.
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