Cryptic crossword clue
Rebellions forcing US to intervene? On the contrary 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word UPRISINGS

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The straight part
We know that "Rebellions" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case rebellions = uprisings.
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What does UPRISINGS mean?

UPRISINGS noun
  1. A popular revolt that attempts to overthrow a government or its policies; an insurgency or insurrection.

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