protest
Example Sentences
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In Coachella and Imperial County, residents are showing up in droves to protest local proposals.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
He added: "It is a serious human rights violation, and it is one more reason why two British citizens, with no other options left, are now starving themselves in protest."
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
A recent protest by opponents of the Fisher Island condo plans featured a banner reading, “Miami Yes, Billionaires No.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026
She worked at state television for more than a decade until her contract was ended after she staged a hunger strike in protest.
From Barron's • May 30, 2026
“I make rules so we don’t fight. And I thought you two liked my ideas,” I protest weakly.
From "Zara’s Rules for Record-Breaking Fun" by Hena Khan
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