object to
verb
Pronunciation: ˈɒb.dʒɪkt tuː
Definition
Express formal or strong disapproval of a plan, idea, or situation.
Examples
Many neighbors object to the construction of a new shopping mall on the quiet street.
She objected to the way her manager spoke to the team during the meeting.
I do not object to your suggestion, but I think we need more time to consider it.
How to Use object to
- object to something (prepositional phrase)
- to express disapproval of a thing or idea — "The residents object to the noise from the factory."
- object to doing something (prepositional phrase)
- to express disapproval of an action — "He objects to working on weekends."
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