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counterpetition

  • a word derived from petition.
    petition
    noun
    a formally drawn request, often bearing the names of a number of those making the request, that is addressed to a person or group of persons in authority or power, soliciting some favor, right, mercy, or other benefit.

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This has drawn a counterpetition and a backlash so fierce, the Chronicle of Higher Education called it a “War for Sociology.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 25, 2026

She wasn’t alone: a counterpetition supporting the recovery school drew support from nearly 900 people.

From Seattle Times ● Mar. 14, 2024

There was a petition going around calling for an investigation into Hostetter, then a counterpetition supporting her.

From Slate ● Apr. 22, 2021

But his push has given rise to a backlash and a counterpetition by those who contend that Mr. Groulx deserves his place in the city’s pantheon.

From New York Times ● Aug. 10, 2020

But another student, Austin Ritter, started a counterpetition to keep the name.

From Washington Times ● Aug. 30, 2017