- present participle of protest.
protesting
Example Sentences
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Access to the fan fest in Zocala plaza was hampered by metal barriers erected in recent days to prevent protesting teachers reaching the area.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
An overreliance on precious metals in the flaunting of one’s wealth can give the impression of protesting too much.
From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026
Activist groups are protesting the violence and lack of resources for missing persons, while President Claudia Sheinbaum promised no crackdown on demonstrations.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
Workers are demanding salary increases, protection against subcontracting and job loss through automation, and are protesting FIFA’s collection of sensitive private information such as nationality and home addresses.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
So many angry people will be protesting outside those gigantic sky doors.
From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton
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