protest against
Example Sentences
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In 1765, Revere had joined an organization that would become the Sons of Liberty, a radical group calling for protest against taxes.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
Student Matthew Silverio joined about 150 others outside the House to protest against corruption.
From Barron's • May 11, 2026
Karan Mahajan was 6 years old when he saw a family friend lay down in front of a bus during a protest against India’s Mandal Commission affirmative action movement.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026
A judge has issued an order to temporarily block the deportation of four Chagossians who travelled to the Chagos Islands to protest against a deal to hand over the territory to Mauritius.
From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026
It was like my friends had walked over the backs of baby seals in order to get to the beach where they could protest against the slaughter of baby seals.
From "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian" by Sherman Alexie
