demurrers

noun

plural of demurrer
as in objections
a feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent the only demurrer voiced by most music critics was that the piece was too short

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  1. objections
  2. exceptions
  3. complaints
Noun
  • However, Pirlo’s candidacy came under scrutiny because of his role as a global ambassador for Russian bookmaker Fonbet, prompting objections from Italian Football Federation (FIGC) officials and from Italian lawmakers.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 27 July 2026
  • Walk into the conversation not only with your points down cold, but also with their constraints and objections mapped out.
    — Cynthia Pong, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
Definition of objections
Noun
  • Yet, a few noteworthy exceptions break the rule, offering something accessible to those who don’t know the city inside out.
    — Dinah McClintock, AJC.com, 30 July 2026
  • Biological specimens Liquid exceptions can be made in the name of science.
    — Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
Definition of exceptions
Noun
  • The Citizens Review Board, which reviews complaints about CMPD, has not responded to requests for comment.
    — Caitlin McGlade, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026
  • The feud has gotten personal and heated recently, but the complaints date back years.
    — AJ Willingham, AJC.com, 30 July 2026
Definition of complaints
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