The Clue
Boycott, e.g. (7 letter answer)
The Answer
PROTEST
Tags
Notes
The answer PROTEST is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 900 puzzles.
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Object
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Formal nonacceptance
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Fight back against
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Speak strongly against
Definition
PROTEST as a noun:
1. (protest, protestation) = a formal and solemn declaration of objection; "they finished the game under protest to the league president"; "the senator rose to register his protest"; "the many protestations did not stay the execution"
2. (protest, objection, dissent) = the act of protesting; a public (often organized) manifestation of dissent
3. the act of making a strong public expression of disagreement and disapproval; "he shouted his protests at the umpire"; "a shower of protest was heard from the rear of the hall"
PROTEST as a verb:
1. utter words of protest
2. (protest, resist, dissent) = express opposition through action or words; "dissent to the laws of the country"
3. affirm or avow formally or solemnly; "The suspect protested his innocence"