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Term: Hooligans

Definition:

Hooligans refers to a group of rowdy and unruly individuals, typically young people, who engage in disruptive and often violent behavior, especially in public places. This term is commonly used to describe troublemakers, troublemakers, or thugs.

Sense 1: Popular Usage

In popular usage, hooligans are known for their involvement in sports-related violence, particularly in football (soccer) matches. This sense of hooligans emphasizes their aggressive and disorderly behavior, often resulting in clashes with rival groups.

Example sentence: The police had to intervene to control the hooligans after the football match turned into a full-blown riot.

Sense 2: Local Usage

In a local context, hooligans can also refer to the local troublemakers in a specific community or neighborhood. This sense highlights their tendency to cause mischief, harass residents, or engage in acts of vandalism.

Example sentence: The local shop owners are tired of dealing with the hooligans who constantly vandalize their storefronts.

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