outcry
noun
out·cry
ˈau̇t-ˌkrī 
Examples of outcry in a Sentence
They were surprised by the outcry against the casino proposal.
There was a lot of public outcry over his racial comments.
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The board also voted to install Matt Floca as CEO and executive director, replacing Trump ally Richard Grenell, who oversaw far-reaching changes at the venue that prompted an outcry from many artists and exacerbated the operation's financial challenges.
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Arkansas Online, 18 Mar. 2026
The board also voted to install Matt Floca as CEO and executive director, replacing Trump ally Richard Grenell, who oversaw far-reaching changes at the venue that prompted an outcry from many artists and exacerbated the operation’s financial challenges.
—Steven Sloan, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
The resulting outcry led to the formation of such organizations as the Agape Movement, whose office is located in what is now called George Floyd Square, and the Minnesota Freedom Fighters, whose goals are to protect and support the Black community.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 15 Mar. 2026
However, following fan outcry, Campbell and drummer Mikkey Dee were added to the ballot.
—Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 14 Mar. 2026
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Arkansas Online, 18 Mar. 2026
The board also voted to install Matt Floca as CEO and executive director, replacing Trump ally Richard Grenell, who oversaw far-reaching changes at the venue that prompted an outcry from many artists and exacerbated the operation’s financial challenges.
—Steven Sloan, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
The resulting outcry led to the formation of such organizations as the Agape Movement, whose office is located in what is now called George Floyd Square, and the Minnesota Freedom Fighters, whose goals are to protect and support the Black community.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 15 Mar. 2026
However, following fan outcry, Campbell and drummer Mikkey Dee were added to the ballot.
—Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 14 Mar. 2026
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“Outcry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outcry. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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outcry
noun
out·cry
ˈau̇t-ˌkrī
1
: a loud cry : clamor
2
: a strong protest
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