dissent
verb (used without object)
to differ in sentiment or opinion, especially from the majority; withhold assent; disagree (often followed byfrom ).
has dissented
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present perfectof dissent (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Since joining the central bank in September, Miran has advocated for deeper interest rate cuts, and has dissented at meetings of the Federal Open Market Committee.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 9, 2026
But the district attorney has dissented, citing the woman's prior record.
From BBC ● Feb. 3, 2020
However she has dissented in the past in favor of quicker rate hikes and on Monday urged the Fed to focus on returning to a more normal policy footing, including trimming its $4.5-trillion bond portfolio.
From Reuters ● Feb. 19, 2017
He also has dissented from a string of 8th Circuit rulings that have protected the rights of employees, consumers and other groups.
From MSNBC ● May 18, 2016
Each part owner is entitled to his share of the profits, and is also liable for the expenses of the vessel unless he has dissented from the voyage.
From Putnam's Handy Law Book for the Layman by Albert Sidney Bolles
