dissent (from)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dissent (from)
Verb
  • His remarks are at odds with the state's GOP, as California Senate oppose the bill, arguing that the legislation prioritizes political agendas over the safety and security of California residents.
    Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Apr. 2025
  • Kirkland Signature Smoked Salmon Fish and seafood may be polarizing, but this smoked salmon may just convert the staunchest of seafood opposed.
    Joey Skladany, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • And while Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth hates DEI, his deputy billionaire Steven Feinberg has poured millions into the cause, Forbes’ Dan Alexander reports.
    Maria Gracia Santillana Linares, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025
  • Neighborhood groups hate San Diego’s bonus ADU program.
    Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Probably because most people fear and loathe them, often killing the messenger.
    Stephen S. Hall, Time, 21 Apr. 2025
  • Some people swear by sleeping with a top sheet, while others absolutely loathe them.
    Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2025
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“Dissent (from).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dissent%20%28from%29. Accessed 4 May. 2025.

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