dissent

Example Sentences

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After all, a potential candidate to lead the central bank, Governor Christopher Waller, was one of two dissenting votes on the Federal Open Market Committee calling for a rate cut Wednesday.

From Barron's

He could find himself dissenting against policies he considers reckless—an extraordinary step that could overshadow any rate decision.

From The Wall Street Journal

Despite the dissents, the Fed board stressed improvements in recent economic data, which gave policymakers confidence to hold rates steady.

From BBC

Analysts had said casting a dissenting vote may have been a precondition for keeping his long-shot candidacy viable.

From The Wall Street Journal

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