The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word MUTINY
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More clues leading to the result MUTINY
- Rebellion of small proportions I'm doubtful about leading
- My unit is involved in open uprising
- Greek character heads insignificant rebellion
- Insubordination in Spain’s greatly outside the box
- Revolt by male leaving relative small following
- . Largely quiet, very little rebellion
- My unit represented in strike
- Greek character leading small rebellion
- Insurgency you reported within two minutes
- Greek character leads insignificant rebellion
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The straight part
We know that "Revolt" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case revolt = mutiny.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does MUTINY mean?
MUTINY noun- An organized rebellion against a legally constituted authority, especially by seamen against their officers.
- Violent commotion; tumult; strife.
- To commit mutiny.