“Riot” or “Ryot”—Which to use?

“Riot” or “Ryot”

Overview

riot / ryot are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

riot: (noun) a public act of violence by an unruly mob. (verb) take part in a riot; disturb the public peace by engaging in a riot.

ryot: NA

Pronunciation

riot: r·AY·ah·t

ryot: NA

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Examples in Context

Examples of “riot”

Buffalo riot of 1967, a race riot…
…concoction, his refusal incites a riot during which Lorenza is stabbed…
…and Alex Grossi of Quiet Riot worked on an album project…
…film Sudigadu is a laugh riot that keeps the audience entertained…
…approximately 300 officers, many in riot gear.
…newspaper, after Essex Police used riot control measures against demonstrators.
Buffalo riot
…the road when police in riot gear and wielding long-handled batons…
Buffalo riot may refer to:
…day the trial begins, a riot erupts between the KKK and…

Examples of “ryot”

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