expostulate
verb as in strong fondness
Word Combinations
Example:Her mother exprotested with her about continuing the job despite the late hour.
Definition:To speak forcefully to, expressing strong objections or arguments against.
From expostulate with
Example:The senator exprotested against the new tax proposal that would burden the middle class.
Definition:To argue strongly against or oppose something.
From expostulate against
Example:When asked about the theft, he exprotested loudly, claiming his innocence.
Definition:To speak with loudness, especially in protest or remonstrance.
From expostulate loudly
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