1
as in to dismiss
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
scientists were quick to decry the claims of the psychic
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2
as in to denounce
to declare to be morally wrong or evil
a statement by the church decrying modern society's liberal attitude regarding marriage and divorce
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Recent Examples of decry
In a post on X, Cassidy decried Kennedy’s appointments.
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Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 25 June 2025
Opposition was decried as the most craven kind of NIMBYism, since the land at issue was in fact a backyard of sorts in the middle of Nolita.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 23 June 2025
Early protests have already been held, and some Venetians have posted banners decrying the event and Bezos on historic landmarks around the city.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 21 June 2025
Later on the day of the Bushwick arson incident, Mayor Adams and NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch decried the brazen act of vandalism, which the mayor tied to anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles.
—Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 18 June 2025
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Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 25 June 2025
Opposition was decried as the most craven kind of NIMBYism, since the land at issue was in fact a backyard of sorts in the middle of Nolita.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 23 June 2025
Early protests have already been held, and some Venetians have posted banners decrying the event and Bezos on historic landmarks around the city.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 21 June 2025
Later on the day of the Bushwick arson incident, Mayor Adams and NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch decried the brazen act of vandalism, which the mayor tied to anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles.
—Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 18 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decry
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Last month, Fernando Casas-Gamboa’s attorney filed a motion to dismiss the indictment, alleging that ICE is wrongly detaining his client on immigration grounds despite Major ordering his pre-trial release in the criminal case.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 June 2025
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Operation Ajax, a joint CIA-British operation, convinced the Shah of Iran, the country’s monarch, to dismiss Mossadegh and drive him from office by force.—
Jeffrey Fields,
The Conversation,
18 June 2025
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Specifically, their proprietary algorithms forecast store and product sales across millions of SKUs and diverse product lines to maximize inventory turns, minimize overstock and, importantly, drive sales.—
Noah Barsky,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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The couple's wedding planners told Fox News Digital that Bezos and Sánchez specifically instructed them to minimize the disruptions to the best of their ability out of respect to the locals.—
Lauryn Overhultz , Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
25 June 2025
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Administration officials have sharply condemned the leak, and signaled that access to classified systems would be restricted.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
26 June 2025
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China and North Korea strongly condemned the U.S. attack on Iran.—
Michael Collins,
USA Today,
25 June 2025
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Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
26 June 2025
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Flagg won’t be the only rookie cashing in: Every first-round selection in this year’s draft is projected to earn a seven-figure salary, although each slot has a diminishing value.—
Danielle Chemtob,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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At a time when establishing clarity of first principles has never been more urgent, UF’s law school practically dared anyone to criticize the award for whitewashing the Constitution.—
Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 June 2025
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Environmental groups lobbied for the 8.3% increase versus something higher, but also criticized the water authority for not solving its problems sooner.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 June 2025
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The lawsuit alleges the Tesla’s design was to blame for the car swerving out of its lane and not braking correctly, according to Reuters.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
24 June 2025
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Partly to blame is high inflation, claimed Bankrate, which has increased by about 24% since the onset of the pandemic in 2020.—
Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez,
Fortune,
24 June 2025
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“Decry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decry. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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