- present participle of dissent.
dissenting
Example Sentences
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The analysis is based on either the opinions issued by the justices, most of which are dissenting opinions, or if the justice indicated they would have granted or denied.
From Salon • Jul. 3, 2026
The majority and dissenting opinions in this case totaled 194 pages.
From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026
Another hawkish Fed official who joined with Logan in dissenting in April, Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack, made a similar case in a speech Tuesday morning.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
And although the start of their dissenting opinion is fairly consistent with Thomas’ and Alito’s harsh jurisprudence on criminal matters, the justices then do something strange.
From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026
We were used to her outbursts during Story; in fact, she became part of Story, the dissenting voice to the way things are, the rebel waiting for the fight to be brought.
From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline
