as in exception
a feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent
pardon me, but I have an objection to any plan that requires staying out all night
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Recent Examples of objection
Jose had several meetings with local and federal officials, but the tribe’s objections to the wall were ignored.
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Geraldo L. Cadava, The Atlantic, 20 June 2026
Among the 51 people vying for a seat on the board, Anderson is one of 28 candidates facing objections to her candidacy.
—Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 20 June 2026
File an objection, explaining to the court why the settlement should not be approved.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 20 June 2026
The reasonable accommodation for religious objections was already in place.
—Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 19 June 2026
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Geraldo L. Cadava, The Atlantic, 20 June 2026
Among the 51 people vying for a seat on the board, Anderson is one of 28 candidates facing objections to her candidacy.
—Kate Armanini, Chicago Tribune, 20 June 2026
File an objection, explaining to the court why the settlement should not be approved.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 20 June 2026
The reasonable accommodation for religious objections was already in place.
—Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 19 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for objection
Recent Examples of Synonyms for objection
Noun
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The emphasis here is not on dynamics — this band just seems to roll from one moment to the next, entertainingly — but there are exceptions to that.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
21 June 2026
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Nutrient Problems Lack of proper nutrients causes yellowing leaves in many plants, and geraniums are no exception.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 June 2026
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Los Angeles police Friday released bodycam footage of an officer killing a woman’s pet dog in a case that has sparked outrage and questions.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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The report comes as the rupiah sits at a record low versus the dollar, with questions about the country’s fiscal health rampant and trouble with capital outflows.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
19 June 2026
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The plot unraveled on June 11 when Proper's mother went to police with concerns about her son's behavior online, recent firearms purchases and plans to travel, according to a criminal complaint.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
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The Patriots claim that Foxborough improperly charged them approximately $1 million in new administrative fees when, according to the complaint, the town only has state authorization to charge up to $100 per year to renew stadium entertainment licenses.—
Chad Graff,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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On the Line is a weekly roundup of sourcing and labor quick hits in the apparel and footwear industry, from worker protests to boardroom maneuvering, tracking the developments shaping conditions on the factory floor and beyond.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Footwear News,
18 June 2026
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The authors tell it through the lives of six Iranians, including a revolutionary ideologue, a tech entrepreneur, and two women at the forefront of the 2022 Woman, Life, Freedom protests.—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
18 June 2026
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The Seleção victory eliminates Haiti from knockout play and gives coach Carlo Ancelotti a bit of breathing room after his draw to open the tournament earned him criticism.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
20 June 2026
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While backing its longtime partner Iran rhetorically, China has been measured in its criticism of the US for sparking the conflict and held multiple calls and meetings with Gulf states that came under Iran’s attack.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
Noun
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Finding a sandal that looks dressy, but is comfortable enough to walk miles in is a challenge.—
Aemilia Madden,
Vogue,
18 June 2026
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The challenge ahead is fundamentally different.—
Greg Bluestein,
AJC.com,
17 June 2026
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“Objection.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/objection. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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