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protest

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




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Social media videos show police breaking up Monday's protest and detaining a group of demonstrators who were filmed sitting in the middle of a two-lane highway.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 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

The Parades Commission gave permission for the Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign march with conditions, as well as the counter protest.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Caligiuri faked right then cut left, the beaten defender sticking his right leg out wildly in protest.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Every Sunday morning, our congregation would pray for the safety of our leaders, and for these courageous children and their families engaging in sit-ins and other direct forms of protest.

From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson




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