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riot

/ˈraɪ.ət/

A riot is a noisy and violent disturbance of the peace by a large crowd of people. It usually involves damage to property and occurs when people are angry or protesting.

Beispiele

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1

The riot started in the city center after the game ended.

The riot started in the city center after the game ended.

2

The city council discussed the causes of the urban riot.

The city council discussed the causes of the urban riot.

3

The comedy show was a total riot; I couldn't stop laughing.

The comedy show was a total riot; I couldn't stop laughing.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
riot
Verb
riot
Adverb
riotously
Adjektiv
riotous
Verwandt
rioter
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Merkhilfe

Think of the letters: R-I-O-T. 'Running In Out-of-control Tension.'

Schnelles Quiz

The police were called to the scene to stop the ______ in the street.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: riot

Beispiele

1

The riot started in the city center after the game ended.

everyday

The riot started in the city center after the game ended.

2

The city council discussed the causes of the urban riot.

formal

The city council discussed the causes of the urban riot.

3

The comedy show was a total riot; I couldn't stop laughing.

informal

The comedy show was a total riot; I couldn't stop laughing.

4

Sociologists analyze the economic factors that lead to a riot.

academic

Sociologists analyze the economic factors that lead to a riot.

5

The local shops were closed during the riot to prevent damage.

business

The local shops were closed during the riot to prevent damage.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
riot
Verb
riot
Adverb
riotously
Adjektiv
riotous
Verwandt
rioter

Häufige Kollokationen

riot police special police trained to deal with riots
start a riot to begin a violent public disturbance
riot gear protective clothing worn by police during a riot
prison riot a riot occurring within a correctional facility
incite a riot to encourage people to behave in a violent way

Häufige Phrasen

run riot

to behave in an uncontrolled or wild way

read the riot act

to give someone a strong warning to stop behaving badly

a riot of color

a very bright and varied display of colors

Wird oft verwechselt mit

riot vs protest

A protest is a public expression of objection that is often peaceful, whereas a riot is specifically violent and destructive.

riot vs fight

A fight is usually between two people or small groups, while a riot involves a large, unorganized crowd.

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Nutzungshinweise

The word 'riot' can describe a violent event, but in informal English, it is often used to describe someone or something that is very funny (e.g., 'He is a riot!').

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Häufige Fehler

Learners often use 'riot' when they mean a peaceful 'march' or 'protest.' Use 'riot' only if there is violence or chaos involved.

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Merkhilfe

Think of the letters: R-I-O-T. 'Running In Out-of-control Tension.'

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Wortherkunft

Derived from the Old French word 'riote', meaning a dispute, quarrel, or noisy revelry.

Grammatikmuster

Countable noun: plural is 'riots' Often follows verbs like 'erupt', 'break out', or 'suppress'
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Kultureller Kontext

In many Western countries, the term is frequently used in news reports regarding civil unrest or sports-related violence.

Schnelles Quiz

The police were called to the scene to stop the ______ in the street.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: riot

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