General usage:
* The announcement caused an uproar in the courtroom.
* The news of the scandal created an uproar in the media.
* The children's uproar was deafening.
Figurative usage:
* His unexpected arrival caused an uproar in the quiet town.
* The decision to raise taxes sparked an uproar among voters.
* The play was met with an uproar of applause and cheers.
Negative connotations:
* The protesters were met with an uproar of police violence.
* The politician's speech sparked an uproar of angry shouts.
* The news of the disaster led to an uproar of public outrage.
Remember that "uproar" usually indicates a loud, confused, and often negative reaction to something.