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Dissent (Verb)

Express opposition through action or words; "dissent to the laws of the country".

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

The activist chose to dissent the government's decision by participating in a peaceful protest.
She was willing to speak out and dissent the views of her colleagues at the meeting.
His refusal to participate in the project was a way to dissent the company's new policies.
Many students decided to dissent the school's dress code rules by wearing casual clothes on Fridays.
The senator stood up to dissent the proposed bill that favored corporate interests over public welfare.

Withhold assent; "Several Republicans dissented".

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

Several party members dissented from the decision to withdraw from the coalition.
The conservative voice dissented from the majority opinion in the landmark case.
During the meeting, two board members dissented from the plan to expand operations overseas.
A lone senator dissented from the bill, arguing it would harm small businesses.
In a rare move, three justices dissented from the ruling, citing concerns over civil liberties.

Be of different opinions; "I beg to differ!"; "She disagrees with her husband on many questions".

Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.

Although they are colleagues, John and Emily often dissent on their approaches to marketing strategies.
Her bold decision to change careers was met with various family members who dissent with her choice.
In the end, the politician did not dissent with her party's platform but chose to voice some reservations.
Several employees dissent with the new rules that have been implemented by the company's management.
The judge was known for her ability to fairly consider arguments from different perspectives even if she had to dissent with a popular viewpoint.