as in exceptions
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 objections
The landowners' objections do not bar TVA's authorization to access the properties pursuant to the court’s orders, nor does authorization hinge on further activity in the lawsuits.
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Brie Stimson , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 5 Sep. 2025
All states allow medical vaccine exemptions and most states already have exemption policies in place for people with strong religious objections, in an effort to balance the need for public health with the ideal of individual freedom of choice.
—Youri Benadjaoud, ABC News, 4 Sep. 2025
Over objections from the ordinance's co-sponsors, however, the committee passed an amendment — floated by Councilman Khalil Batshon — that would retain a licensing requirement for accessory overnight shelters run by religious institutions.
—Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 3 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, the cat seemed to have no objections.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Though evil is running rampant, Thundarr refuses to be kept down, battling back with the help of the sorceress Ariel and Ookla the Mok, a Wookie-like creature forced into the series by ABC over Gerber’s objections.
—Will Harris, EW.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Prosecutors said Cacconie was out of custody after a posting a $1 million bail bond despite continuous objections by the District Attorney’s Office.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Gowder said the last time federal authorities activated troops over the objections of local officials was to uphold desegregation laws.
—Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 27 Aug. 2025
Host Quarterly Workshops To Surface Buyer Objections Host quarterly live workshops where marketers and salespeople collaborate on answer briefs drawn from recent deals; this surfaces real buyer objections and arms marketing with on-the-ground insights to sculpt resonant campaigns.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Brie Stimson , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 5 Sep. 2025
All states allow medical vaccine exemptions and most states already have exemption policies in place for people with strong religious objections, in an effort to balance the need for public health with the ideal of individual freedom of choice.
—Youri Benadjaoud, ABC News, 4 Sep. 2025
Over objections from the ordinance's co-sponsors, however, the committee passed an amendment — floated by Councilman Khalil Batshon — that would retain a licensing requirement for accessory overnight shelters run by religious institutions.
—Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 3 Sep. 2025
Meanwhile, the cat seemed to have no objections.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Though evil is running rampant, Thundarr refuses to be kept down, battling back with the help of the sorceress Ariel and Ookla the Mok, a Wookie-like creature forced into the series by ABC over Gerber’s objections.
—Will Harris, EW.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Prosecutors said Cacconie was out of custody after a posting a $1 million bail bond despite continuous objections by the District Attorney’s Office.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Gowder said the last time federal authorities activated troops over the objections of local officials was to uphold desegregation laws.
—Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 27 Aug. 2025
Host Quarterly Workshops To Surface Buyer Objections Host quarterly live workshops where marketers and salespeople collaborate on answer briefs drawn from recent deals; this surfaces real buyer objections and arms marketing with on-the-ground insights to sculpt resonant campaigns.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for objections
Noun
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There are exceptions, such as when the National Guard operates under state authority or when the Insurrection Act is invoked, allowing the president to deploy troops during major unrest or emergencies.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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Senate Bill 627, for example, would prohibit law enforcement agents from covering their faces to obscure their identity, carving out exceptions for SWAT teams and undercover officers.—
Barnini Chakraborty,
The Washington Examiner,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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So despite industry complaints that surfaced during the coronavirus pandemic and the rise of a group of rival upstarts that have struck a series of measurement pacts with advertisers, media agencies and TV companies, Nielsen’s work remains the sector standard.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
2 Sep. 2025
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The complaints were based around issues of traffic congestion and noise quality.—
Moná Thomas,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Revord fielded questions from curious castmates and asked hair and makeup artists to help choose character outfits for their Pinterest board.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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David Bowden told the Washington Post that the cleanup duties raise questions about how to maintain the units’ readiness.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
4 Sep. 2025
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The forward will miss the first half of the Sky’s game on Sunday against the Las Vegas Aces after her criticisms were published earlier this week by the Chicago Tribune.—
Thomas Schlachter,
CNN Money,
6 Sep. 2025
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Mourinho’s arrival at United was a response to some of the criticisms directed at his predecessor, Louis van Gaal.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The mass protests started in response to the ban—which was lifted on Tuesday, September 9—but have since broadened into an expression of dissatisfaction with the country's political leadership and alleged corruption.—
Robert Birsel
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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Even after the government's social media restrictions were rolled back, the protests continued on Tuesday in Kathmandu, the capital, were protestors were reportedly setting homes of political leaders on fire.—
Rajeev Tyagi,
ABC News,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Funding challenges often hamper business growth and expansion.—
La Risa R. Lynch,
jsonline.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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His challenges intensify this week at home against USC.—
Scott Dochterman,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Objections.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/objections. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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