as in inflammatory
tending to excite political disorder or insurrection
several dissidents were jailed for leading protests that the government branded as seditious
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Recent Examples of seditious
On Friday, Tarrio attended a press conference alongside other Proud Boys and Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes, who was also convicted of seditious conspiracy but had his 18-year sentence commuted by Trump last month.
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Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 21 Feb. 2025
Tarrio was convicted of seditious conspiracy and sentenced to 22 years in prison for his role in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack.
—Sudiksha Kochi, USA TODAY, 21 Feb. 2025
Tarrio attended a press conference Friday with other Proud Boys and Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes, who also was convicted of seditious conspiracy but freed from prison last month after Mr. Trump commuted his 18-year sentence.
—CBS News, 21 Feb. 2025
He was found guilty by a federal jury on July 24, 1981, on seven counts of weapons, explosives and seditious conspiracy charges.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2025
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Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 21 Feb. 2025
Tarrio was convicted of seditious conspiracy and sentenced to 22 years in prison for his role in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack.
—Sudiksha Kochi, USA TODAY, 21 Feb. 2025
Tarrio attended a press conference Friday with other Proud Boys and Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes, who also was convicted of seditious conspiracy but freed from prison last month after Mr. Trump commuted his 18-year sentence.
—CBS News, 21 Feb. 2025
He was found guilty by a federal jury on July 24, 1981, on seven counts of weapons, explosives and seditious conspiracy charges.
—Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for seditious
Adjective
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Animal models and in vitro studies have shown that topical treatment with green tea polyphenols reduces skin inflammation, and external application of EGCG decreases inflammatory markers.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Verywell Health,
4 Apr. 2025
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For example, inflammatory bowel disease and inflammatory bowel syndrome are common digestive issues in cats, particularly older cats.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The episode’s depiction of moral compromises was considered too provocative for Indian sensibilities.—
Viren Naidu,
IndieWire,
2 Apr. 2025
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The viral image purporting to show Trump's Truth Social post is fake and contains provocative language that does not reflect the president's stance on dual citizenship.—
Theo Burman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Laura Loomer, a right-wing personality known for her incendiary social media presence, appeared to have been sidelined at points by Donald Trump’s campaign and then by his administration.—
ADRIANA GOMEZ LICON,
Time,
4 Apr. 2025
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In addition to the federal charges against him, Frederick is also facing local charges, including second-degree arson and possession of explosives or incendiary devices.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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“Seditious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seditious. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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