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'protest' in a sentence

Learn how to use 'protest' with 20 example sentences.


protest noun

: a formal and solemn declaration of objection

: the act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent

: the act of making a strong public expression of disagreement and disapproval

protest verb

: utter words of protest

: express opposition through action or words

: affirm or avow formally or solemnly


  • There are protests in France.
  • A man has walked 200 miles in protest of Brexit.
  • The protests brought the country to a standstill.
  • Many Americans protested the purchase of Alaska.
  • Why are you protesting against the government?
  • The students protested against the Vietnam war.
  • We protested against the reduction in wages.
  • We protested, but it was in vain.
  • People are protesting against nuclear weapons.
  • Amnesty International often organizes public protests in support of political prisoners.
  • He submitted his resignation in protest of the company's policy.
  • What's your favorite protest song?
  • Monday's protests were mostly peaceful.
  • Martin Luther King, Jr. persuaded the black citizens to protest peacefully.
  • Raised hands have become a symbol of protest.
  • The man gave no heed to her loud protest.
  • Aren't you going to protest?
  • He protested that he was innocent.
  • Hamilton protested against British rule.
  • He didn't open his mouth to protest.
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