object to (someone or something)
object to (someone or something)
To oppose, disagree with, or disapprove of someone or something. I know the board members object to the spending increase, but I really think it is vital for the company's success. My parents have always objected to the women I date, so I just don't tell them about my love life anymore.
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Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
object to someone or something
to disapprove of someone or something. I object to him as your choice. I object to your opinion.
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McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
object to
v.
To express disagreement with or disapproval of something: The city council objects to vulgar art displays in public buildings.
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The American Heritage® Dictionary of Phrasal Verbs.
- object to
- go against
- go against (someone or something)
- take a poor view of (someone or something)
- protest about
- protest about (someone or something)
- protest against (someone or something)
- fight about
- fight about (someone or something)
- disagree with (someone or something)