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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dissented (from)
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The renewal of the state’s 421-a property tax exemption for the construction of affordable housing in 2022 was opposed by Democratic City Comptroller Brad Lander and Big Labor groups.—
Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Oct. 2025 -
As of the end of last week, the court had approved 20 requests from the president to block lower court orders that opposed the administration.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
6 Oct. 2025
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Singh, who is nonetheless bullish on the market despite any reservations, said any lack of clarity around economic conditions heading into the decision could dent a rally that’s hated by many.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
3 Oct. 2025
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Ryan was said to be hated by everyone in the prison, and eventually killed himself in the cell.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Dissented (from).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dissented%20%28from%29. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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