dissent

Example Sentences

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While the Fed has seen deepening divides over interest rates, Dan North of Allianz Trade North America told AFP that he expects "less dissent" in Wednesday's decision.

From Barron's

But the December cut drew dissents from two officials who didn’t support any reduction, and several officials who supported it did so with reservations, according to meeting minutes.

From The Wall Street Journal

In recent years, concerns over instability, insecurity and public frustration have occasionally prompted rumours about dissent within the ranks - rumours the military has repeatedly dismissed.

From BBC

Focus will center on how many dissenting votes there are and on any accompanying commentary as investors gauge the likely timing and pace of further interest-rate reductions.

From The Wall Street Journal

Forest's woes were compounded when Elliot Anderson was sent off for dissent in stoppage time.

From Barron's