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protesting

v.
B1 Intermediate US //ˈpɹoʊˌtɛstɪŋ// UK //pɹətˈɛstɪŋ// protest·ing

v. to show publicly that you disagree with something or think it is wrong. You often do this by joining a crowd, carrying signs, or making a formal speech.

v. to express strong objection or disapproval, typically in a public or formal manner. Often involves collective action to influence political or social change.


SIMPLE

The students are protesting against the new tuition fees.

CONTEXTUAL

Thousands of citizens gathered in the city square, protesting the government's decision to cut funding for public libraries.

COMPLEX

While some were merely protesting the specific policy, others used the demonstration to demand a complete overhaul of the legislative process.

Synonyms
Usage

Often used with the preposition 'against' or 'about', though it can be transitive in American English ('protesting the law').

Pitfall

They are protesting for the new law.They are protesting against the new law.Learners often use 'for' when they mean they are against something; 'protest' implies opposition unless followed by 'in favor of'.

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