protest
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
See Examples For:
Poly coach Sharrief Metoyer chose to put into the game an ineligible player in protest.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 23, 2026
In recent years it has censored its statements, avoided calls for protest and zealously guarded its marginal influence.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 22, 2026
"I think the wealthy homeowners here doth protest too much," said Dave Backer, a professor of school finance.
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026
The online satirical movement made global headlines for its weeks-long protest in Delhi, which culminated in the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan last month.
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026
When the conductor sounded three deafening, mournful hoots on the train whistle, the children covered their ears and howled even more loudly in protest.
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
Nepal has seen continued protests since the girl was found dead last week, three days after she went missing in Madhesh province.
From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2026
Many people mocked his first selfie-video reel, external - in which he broke his silence about the youth protests while they were still ongoing.
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi described the visit as unacceptable and officials lodged protests with Russia.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 21, 2026
While the concerts have been mostly welcomed by locals, outside protests still occasionally find their way to the amphitheater.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 21, 2026
So many people wear them at Black Lives Matter rallies and protests, I’m sure she knows what it’s for.
From "A Good Kind of Trouble" by Lisa Moore Ramée
Attiah, meanwhile, gained more than 10,000 new subscribers on Substack the day after announcing she had been fired and protested her dismissal by posing for a photoshoot outside the paper’s headquarters.
From Salon ● Aug. 25, 2026
“But I’m just finishing up,” Dan protested, now deflated.
From Slate ● Aug. 14, 2026
Over 100 artists have protested Hinterhäuser’s removal, including two Nobel Prize laureates.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2026
Inside parliament, meanwhile, the opening day of the monsoon session was repeatedly adjourned as opposition MPs protested over the alleged paper leak and other issues.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
When construction on the supersized gate began in 1972, many townspeople protested, calling it a waste of money.
From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland
We bicker about them, but the majority of Americans aren’t in the streets protesting.
From Salon ● Aug. 15, 2026
Some men have gone to prison for protesting the ban.
From Barron's ● Aug. 11, 2026
They described filming as almost inseparable from protesting itself.
From BBC ● Jul. 22, 2026
The CJP is mostly protesting over issues they have with India's education system.
From BBC ● Jul. 20, 2026
The stairs creaked and grumbled as he walked down them, protesting his weight, as if they just wanted to be left in peace.
From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman
Vocabulary lists containing protest
"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare, Act II
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
"The Civil Rights Movement"
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
Brown Girl Dreaming
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
