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protest

[proh-test, pruh-test, proh-test] / ˈproʊ tɛst, prəˈtɛst, ˈproʊ tɛst /




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On Tuesday a protest blocked an avenue leading to the Estadio Azteca, where Mexico will face South Africa in the curtain-raiser.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

At a pro-government rally, he also wore a T-shirt emblazoned with the symbol of the protest movement -- a pink flamingo, an animal that nests near the proposed hotel development.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

In late April, dozens gathered at the edge of City Hall Park for a “Jews Demand: ICE Out!” protest.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

A DUP MP has rejected criticism of her after she was pictured at a protest standing near masked men.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

The waves of protest grew louder and more threatening.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis




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