remonstrance

Example Sentences

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I'd be glad to see others take up the torch of remonstrance and dissent.

From Salon • Nov. 5, 2024

There is a method to all the remonstrance.

From New York Times • Jun. 17, 2021

Current law requires the signatures of 65 percent of parcel owners in a proposed annexation area to oppose an annexation via a remonstrance.

From Washington Times • Mar. 1, 2015

The scene builds to a remonstrance: “You made me mistrust my gut.”

From Slate • Apr. 5, 2012

“I say, you know!” muttered Joe, shaking his head at me in very serious remonstrance.

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens