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peaceful protest

NOUN
sit-in
Synonyms
STRONGEST
demonstration protest revolt riot sit-down walkout
STRONG
complaint fast grievance march rally strike
WEAK
love-in passive resistance peace march
Antonyms
STRONG
compliance obedience praise submission

Example Sentences

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They claimed they had a lawful excuse, telling the court it was a peaceful protest and the damage was minor.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

A peaceful protest in support of a 37-year-old man shot and killed by immigration officers in Minneapolis was under way Saturday evening in downtown Los Angeles.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 24, 2026

He has always been a moderate who opposed independence for Hong Kong and called for peaceful protest in the cause of democracy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026

"It is a relief that the jury has decided to uphold the right to peaceful protest," said defence lawyer Francesca Cociani.

From Barron's • Oct. 31, 2025

The next month, five hundred students staged a peaceful protest through downtown Hampton.

From "Hidden Figures" by Margot Lee Shetterly