OBJECTORS Synonyms: 86 Similar and Opposite Words

objectors

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Noun

But Zuckerberg might know something the measure’s proponents do not — or won’t admit.

— Jared Walczak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 July 2026
The bill’s legislative proponents argue the measure is a win for taxpayers, citing reductions in the cost of homeownership while maintaining funding for schools and other essential services.

— Abigail Hall, The Conversation, 30 July 2026

Definition of proponents

Noun

Some of the speculation comes from state workers who are unhappy with the governor’s decision, the moderator said, but the subreddit’s activity also attracts outside agitators who are obviously not government employees.

— William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 21 July 2026
Top-load washers with agitators or impellers clean tough fabrics well by physically moving clothes to loosen dirt.

— Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 20 July 2026

Definition of agitators

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It was said in jest, yet the sport’s most audacious instigators might take him up on it.

— Stephen J. Nesbitt, New York Times, 23 July 2026
Heat coach Erik Spoelstra at the time downplayed the confrontation, with the Heat routinely making peace after acquiring former Heat instigators.

— Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 28 June 2026

Definition of instigators

Noun

Though the pessimists should be considered carefully, the latest Nobel laureates—awarded their prizes for their on work long-term growth—are optimistic.

— Bill Conerly, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
But pessimists worry that companies are deferring the cost of massive spending, while front-loading the benefits.

— Sarah Min, CNBC, 14 July 2026

Definition of pessimists

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Canada were the biggest advocates, with 27 box-throws attempted.

— Mark Carey, New York Times, 21 July 2026
Given the sensitivity of the case, and how its outcome will likely impact Francis’ legacy, any news about the Rupnik trial has been closely followed by victims and their advocates.

— ABC News, ABC News, 21 July 2026

Definition of advocates

Noun

Four decades after buying his first ring, Goodall remains the man trusted by boxing’s biggest promoters and biggest stars.

— Chris McKenna, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Plaintiffs alleged that the event promoters were negligent in failing to secure required permits, not providing adequate security or crowd control and misrepresenting the event as safe for families, according to the statement.

— Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026

Definition of promoters

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