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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The defense objected, arguing that Michael would not be able to confront the statement without waiving spousal privilege.—
Kevin Sabet,
Newsweek,
24 Mar. 2025 -
Some nations objected to confiscation, citing risks to Europe’s financial sector and the value of these funds in future peace negotiations.—
Katya Soldak,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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Thousands of homeowners have protested the squeeze on rooftop solar during public meetings over the decade.—
Austin Corona,
The Arizona Republic,
3 Jan. 2025
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Both men protested their innocence.—
Rachel Brodsky,
TIME,
2 Jan. 2025
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“Remonstrated (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/remonstrated%20%28with%29. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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