as in objected
to present an opposing opinion or argument
discouraged her from remonstrating with her father, whose mind was obviously made up
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After arriving in the Air Force’s care in May 2025, the plane was taken apart to ensure there were no listening or tracking devices hidden inside, a major concern of critics who objected to the gifted aircraft on security grounds.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
2 May 2026 -
Two regents objected, pointing out that the resolution could cost millions to perform.—
Kevin Rennie,
Hartford Courant,
2 May 2026
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Ukraine has loudly protested Russia’s inclusion in the Biennale.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
1 May 2026
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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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“Remonstrated (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/remonstrated%20%28with%29. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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