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protesters

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈpɹoʊˌtɛstɝz// UK //pɹətˈɛstəz// pro·test·ers

n. people who gather in public to show that they strongly disagree with something, like a new law or a government decision. They often carry signs or shout to make their voices heard.

n. individuals who participate in a public demonstration to express strong objection to a policy, event, or situation. The term typically refers to those engaged in collective, visible dissent.


SIMPLE

The protesters gathered outside the city hall to demand better wages.

CONTEXTUAL

Police redirected traffic to ensure the safety of both the protesters and the drivers during the afternoon march.

COMPLEX

While the majority of the protesters remained peaceful, a small splinter group began to block the main intersection, leading to a tense standoff with local law enforcement.

Synonyms
Usage

Usually used in the plural to describe a group; the singular form 'protester' refers to an individual participant.

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