pushback
noun
push·back
ˈpu̇sh-ˌbak 
1
: the action of forcing an object backward
2
: resistance or opposition in response to a policy or regulation especially by those affected
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This would not be a rerun of when Trump recognized Israel’s 1981 Golan Heights annexation, which prompted little pushback.
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Rosemary Kelanic, TIME, 17 Dec. 2024
Games where there needs to be a legitimate response and pushback.
After being embarrassed 5-1 by the Boston Bruins on Saturday night — one of several lacklustre showings at Rogers Arena this season — the Vancouver Canucks had to show up with a strong effort against the Colorado Avalanche.
—Harman Dayal, The Athletic, 17 Dec. 2024
Every upload of the trailer appears to have an underwater likes to dislikes ratio, indicating some level of pushback.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
These works delve into themes of identity, history, and personal growth, but their presence on library shelves has faced relentless pushback.
—Melissa Noel, Essence, 12 Dec. 2024
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Rosemary Kelanic, TIME, 17 Dec. 2024
Games where there needs to be a legitimate response and pushback.
After being embarrassed 5-1 by the Boston Bruins on Saturday night — one of several lacklustre showings at Rogers Arena this season — the Vancouver Canucks had to show up with a strong effort against the Colorado Avalanche.
—Harman Dayal, The Athletic, 17 Dec. 2024
Every upload of the trailer appears to have an underwater likes to dislikes ratio, indicating some level of pushback.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
These works delve into themes of identity, history, and personal growth, but their presence on library shelves has faced relentless pushback.
—Melissa Noel, Essence, 12 Dec. 2024
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“Pushback.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pushback. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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