backlash

Example Sentences

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Ohio, a top U.S. location for data centers, faces severe resident backlash over proposed projects.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Kanye West on Tuesday offered to meet members of the British Jewish community amid a backlash over the US rapper's previous antisemitic outbursts.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

The backlash over West's scheduled appearance in July has seen sponsors pull out of the London event and criticism from politicians.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

There was viewer backlash when her predecessor Curry — a longtime fan favorite — was ousted from the program.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

I do not want to be Maxine’s experiment, charity case, or rebellious backlash against her mother.

From "Piecing Me Together" by Renée Watson