peaceful protest

Example Sentences

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In response to concerns about linking protests to attacks on Jews, Sir Keir said: "I will defend the right of peaceful protest very strongly and freedom of speech."

From BBC • May 2, 2026

Gloucestershire Constabulary attended the protest to "enable lawful peaceful protest".

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

A peaceful protest in support of a 37-year-old man shot and killed by immigration officers in Minneapolis was under way Saturday evening in downtown Los Angeles.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 24, 2026

He has always been a moderate who opposed independence for Hong Kong and called for peaceful protest in the cause of democracy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026

She had faith that this assertive but peaceful protest would help women win the federal suffrage amendment in the shortest time possible.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling