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JLPT N1

反旗

Banner of revolt; used in the set phrase for openly rebelling against authority.

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叛旗 less common kanji
Noun (used in a set phrase)

To Rebel" / "To Defy

A metaphorical banner of insurrection representing a clear intent to oppose established authority.

Example

彼 は 上司 の 決定 に 反旗 を 翻した 。

He defied his boss's decision.

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反旗
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Banner of revolt; used in the set phrase for openly rebelling against authority.
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