as in offensive
provoking or likely to provoke protest
a T-shirt with an objectionable image
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Recent Examples of objectionable
In a letter obtained by CNBC, the league outlines examples of event contracts that could be easily manipulable by a single person, inherently objectionable, related to officiating and knowable in advance — and asks that operators refrain from offering such trades.
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Jessica Golden, CNBC, 30 Mar. 2026
The Constitution protects a broad swath of speech, including much that the public finds objectionable.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 13 Mar. 2026
In an effort to keep kids away from objectionable content, a number of US states and several countries—Australia being the latest—have implemented age-verification laws that require websites to confirm that their visitors are of age.
—Chloe Albanesius, PC Magazine, 9 Mar. 2026
This does not mean giving up on health interventions some people may find objectionable but better understanding the conceptual origins of resistance and working with people from there.
—Cory Anderson, STAT, 6 Mar. 2026
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Jessica Golden, CNBC, 30 Mar. 2026
The Constitution protects a broad swath of speech, including much that the public finds objectionable.
—Cate Charron, IndyStar, 13 Mar. 2026
In an effort to keep kids away from objectionable content, a number of US states and several countries—Australia being the latest—have implemented age-verification laws that require websites to confirm that their visitors are of age.
—Chloe Albanesius, PC Magazine, 9 Mar. 2026
This does not mean giving up on health interventions some people may find objectionable but better understanding the conceptual origins of resistance and working with people from there.
—Cory Anderson, STAT, 6 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for objectionable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for objectionable
Adjective
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Plummer even had time to throw, as the offensive line held up in protection and kept the quarterback upright then entire game.—
Chris Hays,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 May 2026
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Last year’s Red Sox were a top-10 team in several offensive metrics, but the struggles to capitalize were always there.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Hartford Courant,
3 May 2026
Adjective
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Whether the obnoxious popup will end up being a wise move for the company is anything but clear.—
Victor Tangermann,
Futurism,
30 Apr. 2026
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Good firm with good people to work with, meaningful and intellectually stimulating work, satisfied and not-overly-obnoxious clients.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Our current contractor’s price proposal and timeline to finish the bridge was unreasonable and unacceptable.—
Katie Thomson,
Baltimore Sun,
6 May 2026
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What happened was unacceptable.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
4 May 2026
Adjective
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If plastic is a must (especially in areas prone to moisture), the vinegar, baking soda, and enzyme detergent routine should get all unpleasant smells out.—
Melissa Epifano,
The Spruce,
1 May 2026
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This can result in unpleasant odors, stains, and even mold and mildew growth.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 May 2026
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“Objectionable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/objectionable. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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