protest

Example Sentences

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Minutes before the end of the match, some Senegalese supporters attempted to storm the pitch while Senegal's players halted the game for nearly 20 minutes in protest of the late penalty to Morocco.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

The “No Kings” protest in Austin, Texas, drew thousands on a warm late-March afternoon, a broad coalition of Texans who’ve had enough.

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026

The party's sixth candidate, Owain Clatworthy, has left in protest at the selection process.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

“Our folks don’t always protest for things, but this was very important,” Parrish said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2026

“I don’t know how long this protest is going to last,” his mom said.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young