outcry
noun
out·cry
ˈau̇t-ˌkrī 
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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The policy was met with public outcry and condemnation from pediatric associations, faith leaders, and even members of Trump’s party.
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Andy J. Semotiuk, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
And much later, too: Saint Laurent triggered social outcry in the 1960s with his tuxedo for women, one of which, from 1995, is in the show.
—Dana Thomas, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2025
The leagues have taken action in some of these situations, but usually only after public disclosure and outcry.
—Chris Deubert, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Record-Low Approval for Dems The outcry comes as confidence in the Democratic Party hits historic lows.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 21 Mar. 2025
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Andy J. Semotiuk, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
And much later, too: Saint Laurent triggered social outcry in the 1960s with his tuxedo for women, one of which, from 1995, is in the show.
—Dana Thomas, New York Times, 25 Mar. 2025
The leagues have taken action in some of these situations, but usually only after public disclosure and outcry.
—Chris Deubert, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Record-Low Approval for Dems The outcry comes as confidence in the Democratic Party hits historic lows.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 21 Mar. 2025
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“Outcry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outcry. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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outcry
noun
out·cry
ˈau̇t-ˌkrī
1
: a loud cry : clamor
2
: a strong protest
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