as in protested
to present an opposing opinion or argument
they objected to the conductor's insistence that their train tickets were not valid
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Recent Examples of objected
What de Gaulle objected to was de facto American authorization on matters of French security.
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Andrew Latham, The Conversation, 4 June 2026
Recycled water has been controversial, like when Eagle residents recently objected to their city’s plan on reusing water.
—Idaho Statesman, 4 June 2026
And some who objected to the pandemic response are now in charge.
—Rob Stein, NPR, 4 June 2026
Google also objected to the CMA’s opt-out rule.
—ArsTechnica, 3 June 2026
More relevant to the Leonard allegations, Ballmer also objected to Sanberg’s cooperation in the NBA investigation.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 2 June 2026
Prior to being traded to Philadelphia during the 2022 draft, Brown developed a strong bond with Vrabel, who reportedly objected to the trade as the Titans’ head coach.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 1 June 2026
Both Regan and Koltun have objected to the subpoenas for their clients’ information, and have moved to unseal the cases, which are pending before US District Chief Judge James Boasberg.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 28 May 2026
Even Giants great Barry Bonds, who played his home games in San Francisco’s massive bayside ballpark when Petco opened in 2004, objected to how large the venue played.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026
Andrew Latham, The Conversation, 4 June 2026
Recycled water has been controversial, like when Eagle residents recently objected to their city’s plan on reusing water.
—Idaho Statesman, 4 June 2026
And some who objected to the pandemic response are now in charge.
—Rob Stein, NPR, 4 June 2026
Google also objected to the CMA’s opt-out rule.
—ArsTechnica, 3 June 2026
More relevant to the Leonard allegations, Ballmer also objected to Sanberg’s cooperation in the NBA investigation.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 2 June 2026
Prior to being traded to Philadelphia during the 2022 draft, Brown developed a strong bond with Vrabel, who reportedly objected to the trade as the Titans’ head coach.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 1 June 2026
Both Regan and Koltun have objected to the subpoenas for their clients’ information, and have moved to unseal the cases, which are pending before US District Chief Judge James Boasberg.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 28 May 2026
Even Giants great Barry Bonds, who played his home games in San Francisco’s massive bayside ballpark when Petco opened in 2004, objected to how large the venue played.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for objected
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There, organizers who have protested women’s athletic events involving transgender participants across California delivered speeches demanding that the CIF prohibit Hernandez and other transgender athletes from competing.—
Marisa Ingemi,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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Referee Dan Engler did not see Gunther’s foot under the rope, and Gunther protested despite Engler upholding the decision.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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Some people complained about paying higher premiums without receiving any of the benefits of insurance coverage.—
Pat Maio,
Oc Register,
3 June 2026
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Agostina’s family has complained that security forces were consumed by concerns of fan violence during a major soccer game in the city of Cordoba that day.—
Isabel Debre,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
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In January, Howe had pushed to sign Rayan, the young Brazilian forward, but the club demurred and instead the player left Vasco da Gama for Bournemouth.—
George Caulkin,
New York Times,
25 May 2026
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When asked about joining a list of Lakers coaches that includes Jackson and Pat Riley, Redick demurred.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
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“Objected.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/objected. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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