objector

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He declared himself a conscientious objector during World War II. He was imprisoned, abandoned by his family and returned to Birmingham only to be further ostracized.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

If a book is returned to the library, an objector may request a review by a state-appointed special magistrate at the expense of the school district.”

From Salon • Sep. 4, 2024

As a conscientious objector during the Korean War in 1951, Lawson served 14 months in jail for refusing to report for the draft, and he used his imprisonment as an opportunity to study nonviolent protest.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2024

Simon Wheeler, managing director of Canonbury Products located on St James Road, spoke at the meeting as an objector and said he was "disappointed" Mercedes had not been in touch to discuss their proposals.

From BBC • Jan. 11, 2024

No offence to Frank, but after the fiasco at Fort Sumter Leo had become a conscientious objector to riding giant eagles.

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan