1
as in frowned (on or upon)
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as in quarreled (with)
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for objected (to)
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Ukraine has loudly protested Russia’s inclusion in the Biennale.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
1 May 2026 -
Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited Golders Green and met with emergency responders on Thursday, as some local residents protested and called on the government to do more to protect the community.—
Elena Giuliano,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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While Raman portrayed herself as the focus of attacks from both opponents, Bass’ campaign rejected that framing as a distraction from her debate performance and City Council record.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
8 May 2026
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Last year, the governor rejected the legislation banning algorithms that had been used to hike rent prices in Denver and elsewhere, despite a letter from the House Democratic caucus urging him to sign it.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
7 May 2026
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Jones also trumpeted his goal to phase out Georgia's income tax, but an ambitious cut withered after being scorned by Kemp, who is wrapping up his final term in office, and state House Republicans.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
23 Apr. 2026
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Around another corner is Hagar in the Wilderness (1875), still inhabiting the wasteland around her after being scorned by Abraham.—
Tyehimba Jess,
ARTnews.com,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Objected (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/objected%20%28to%29. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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