major incident; upheaval; change
Meanings
3 senses · 7 examplesnoun
sudden major political or military incident
Often refers to historical crises or emergencies that alter the political landscape.
The Marco Polo Bridge Incident in 1937 marked the beginning of the full-scale war of resistance.
The peaceful resolution of the Xi'an Incident promoted the formation of the anti-Japanese national united front.
noun
major political or military upheaval or change
Emphasizes the transformative nature of political or military shifts.
Major upheavals in the world often arise from subtle beginnings.
This coup was a major upheaval that changed the destiny of the nation.
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change in things; transformation (general)
formalUsed in philosophical, analytical, or formal contexts to refer to changes in the surrounding environment or circumstances.
We must discover the internal connections of the changes around us to serve as our guide to action.
The wise are good at observing changes and grasping the laws of development.
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Changes often contain new opportunities.