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Verb

IPA /dɪˈmɜː(r)/

To express an objection or hesitate to agree.

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When everyone proposed the expensive restaurant, I demurred.

Verb

IPA /ˈbɔɪkɒt/

To refuse to buy, use or take part in something as a protest.

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Several neighbours decided to boycott the shop over its treatment of staff.

Verb

IPA /ˈædʒɪteɪt/

To campaign actively for a change, often by urging other people to support it.

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Residents agitated for a safer crossing outside the park.

Noun

IPA /dɪˈsent/

An opinion or expression of disagreement that challenges a decision, authority or view generally accepted by a group.

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There was open dissent when the club proposed doubling membership fees.

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