as in objections
a feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent
submitted an official protest about her treatment
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as in claims
to state as a fact usually forcefully
he protested that he usually was very good at baseball, and all the strikeouts were just bad luck
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as in objects
to present an opposing opinion or argument
plans to protest against the judge's ruling regarding admissible evidence
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Recent Examples of protests
Robert Birsel
shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
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
Prime Minister Oli expressed sadness over the protests, saying that the government would provide monetary relief to the families of the deceased and free treatment to those injured.
—Chad De Guzman, Time, 9 Sep. 2025
At least 19 people were killed following a crackdown by the security forces on the protests, which were fueled mainly by anger over corruption.
—Sugam Pokharel, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2025
Batons and rubber bullets Police had orders to use water cannons, batons, and rubber bullets to control the crowd, and the army has been deployed in the area of the protests to bolster law enforcement officers, Muktiram Rijal, a spokesperson for the Kathmandu district office, told Reuters.
—Gopal Sharma, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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
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
Prime Minister Oli expressed sadness over the protests, saying that the government would provide monetary relief to the families of the deceased and free treatment to those injured.
—Chad De Guzman, Time, 9 Sep. 2025
At least 19 people were killed following a crackdown by the security forces on the protests, which were fueled mainly by anger over corruption.
—Sugam Pokharel, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2025
Batons and rubber bullets Police had orders to use water cannons, batons, and rubber bullets to control the crowd, and the army has been deployed in the area of the protests to bolster law enforcement officers, Muktiram Rijal, a spokesperson for the Kathmandu district office, told Reuters.
—Gopal Sharma, USA Today, 8 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for protests
Noun
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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.—
Brie Stimson , Larry Fink,
FOXNews.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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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
Verb
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In addition to vindicating Harvard’s First Amendment claims, the judge held that the administration had violated Title VI, which prohibits discrimination in higher education based on race and national origin.—
Noah Feldman,
Twin Cities,
7 Sep. 2025
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About 3,000 Peruvians live there yet Colombia also claims the island.—
John Otis,
NPR,
7 Sep. 2025
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Earlier this year, researchers used the space telescope to classify the colors of trans-Neptunian objects (TNOs) — objects beyond the orbit of the eighth planet — in the outer solar system.—
Nola Taylor Tillman,
Space.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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Many details have to yet to be worked out or revealed about which objects in the current Milwaukee Public Museum will be displayed in its next incarnation, The Nature & Culture Museum of Wisconsin.—
Jim Higgins,
jsonline.com,
30 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The site provides links to 14 private and government groups that accept and act on complaints, including the FBI, the Better Business Bureau, the Social Security Administration, AARP, the SEC, and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
9 Sep. 2025
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The report’s own data shows that companies slashing diversity, equity, and inclusion are experiencing higher discrimination complaints, lower morale, and decreased attraction of top talent.—
Essence,
Essence,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In one of those cases, Morris alleges that Gateway Church is using Clemishire’s allegations to get out of paying him a multi-million dollar retirement package.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Sep. 2025
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Those companies not only halted competition between their own brands, but also began cooperating with each other, the complaint alleges.—
Kelli Arseneau,
jsonline.com,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Roman complains about pain in his feet, and Dennis offers him a foot massage.—
Barry Levitt,
Time,
5 Sep. 2025
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Next morning at breakfast Amby complains grandly of his soreness.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Sep. 2025
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Eighty-two percent of Florida parents said public schools should require vaccines for measles and polio, with some exceptions.—
Brenda Goodman,
CNN Money,
9 Sep. 2025
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Plus, with few exceptions, Starbucks has given Wall Street very little visibility into its financial targets and the costs of the turnaround.—
Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Still, the daughter insists that this is about more than sensitivity.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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If the world insists on constantly comparing two of England’s most beloved millennial redheads, why not lean in?—
James Mercadante,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Protests.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protests. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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