remonstrate
verb (used with object)
to say or plead in protest, objection, or disapproval.
remonstrating
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present participleof remonstrate.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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He was allowed to have treatment at the changeover, leaving Zverev furious and angrily remonstrating with officials.
From Barron's ● Jan. 30, 2026
Forest coach Steven Reid was shown a red card for remonstrating with Tierney after the full-time whistle.
From BBC ● Mar. 2, 2024
In the space of only 40 seconds, Silva was shown a red for remonstrating on the touchline and Willian was then sent off for the handball, which was a professional foul.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 19, 2023
Tudor, who was then cautioned by the referee for remonstrating, also left goal-scoring playmaker Dimitri Payet on the bench despite his side needing an equalizer.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 26, 2022
In fact, during the strikes I was often in the position of remonstrating with some of my more wayward colleagues who did not want to abide by our agreement.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
