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protest

[proh-test, pruh-test, proh-test] / ˈproʊ tɛst, prəˈtɛst, ˈproʊ tɛst /




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In late April, dozens gathered at the edge of City Hall Park for a “Jews Demand: ICE Out!” protest.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Some supporters said that if he did not win, they would protest.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

He said the hunger strike was now the family's "biggest concern", adding that Craig Foreman was on day 30 of the protest while Lindsay Foreman was on day 21.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Caligiuri faked right then cut left, the beaten defender sticking his right leg out wildly in protest.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

But just as I began to protest, Mr. Pinkerton stepped into the railcar from the back platform and pulled the door shut, slipping his watch into his vest pocket.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan




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