backlash

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A cosmetic surgeon who faced a backlash over a video picking apart pop star Troye Sivan's appearance says he "feels terrible" for upsetting the singer - but will continue to post.

From BBC

The venture has drawn some backlash, including a “Saturday Night Live” skit that spoofed Honnold’s nonchalant attitude, which has earned him the nickname “No Big Deal” and prompted scientists to study his brain.

From Los Angeles Times

“I think they jumped the gun,” said a parent of one Pali High sophomore, who asked not to be named because she feared backlash for her child.

From Los Angeles Times

Last year, ahead of Labour's conference, he faced a backlash from dozens of Labour MPs over suggestions he could mount a challenge to Sir Keir's leadership.

From BBC

The rules did draw backlash from some local startups, which called the rules vague or warned the fresh impediments could stymie innovation.

From The Wall Street Journal