outcry
noun
out·cry
ˈau̇t-ˌkrī 
Synonyms
Examples of outcry in a Sentence
They were surprised by the outcry against the casino proposal.
There was a lot of public outcry over his racial comments.
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Trekkie outcry Tickets for Sci-Fi World’s red-carpet gala sold for $200 to $400.
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Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2024
But after public outcry and accusations that council members were ignoring their responsibility candidates were invited to take part in the interviews.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 28 May 2024
But there is growing public outcry against changing the property’s current use.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2024
After a huge public outcry, the district decided to reverse course.
—Troy Closson, New York Times, 22 May 2024
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Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2024
But after public outcry and accusations that council members were ignoring their responsibility candidates were invited to take part in the interviews.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 28 May 2024
But there is growing public outcry against changing the property’s current use.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2024
After a huge public outcry, the district decided to reverse course.
—Troy Closson, New York Times, 22 May 2024
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“Outcry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outcry. Accessed 6 Jun. 2024.
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outcry
noun
out·cry
ˈau̇t-ˌkrī
1
: a loud cry : clamor
2
: a strong protest
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