unrest

noun

un·​rest ˌən-ˈrest How to pronounce unrest (audio)
: a disturbed or uneasy state : turmoil

Examples of unrest in a Sentence

The country has experienced years of civil unrest. unrest gripped the city as the people nervously awaited the expected bombardment
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Make sure your travel insurance covers safety problems Look for comprehensive coverage that includes trip cancellation, medical evacuation and protection against natural disasters and political unrest. Christopher Elliott, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024 The legislation easily passed by a vote of 281-140. Senate Republican leaders argued that its 1% increase for defense spending was not enough, especially at a time of global unrest and challenges to American dominance. Eleanor Pringle, Fortune Asia, 19 Dec. 2024 Senate Republican leaders argued that its 1% increase for defense spending was not enough, especially at a time of global unrest and challenges to American dominance. Stephen Groves, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024 Israeli annexation of the heartland of a future Palestinian state would unleash massive unrest that could spur new waves of terrorism directed not only at Israel but the U.S. as well. Rosemary Kelanic, TIME, 17 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for unrest 

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of unrest was in the 14th century

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“Unrest.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unrest. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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unrest

noun
un·​rest ˌən-ˈrest How to pronounce unrest (audio)
ˈən-
: lack of rest : a disturbed or uneasy state : turmoil

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