protest
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“She had to go on her dad’s insurance because it was too expensive,” Lanning said, as one of her students ran up and handed her a protest sign.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026
Pecora Cardenas hasn’t tried to observe federal agents or participate in a protest since his arrest.
From Salon • Apr. 15, 2026
The Whiskey Rebellion in 1794 and Henry David Thoreau’s 1846 tax protest exemplify American resistance to taxation.
From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026
In recent days in Ireland, angry farmers blocked roads, fuel terminals and a refinery to protest rising fuel prices.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026
Penelope was about to protest, for she had not thought to bring a gift for Miss Mortimer.
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
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"Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare, Act II
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