1
as in to dismiss
to express scornfully one's low opinion of
scientists were quick to decry the claims of the psychic
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2
as in to denounce
to declare to be morally wrong or evil
a statement by the church decrying modern society's liberal attitude regarding marriage and divorce
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Recent Examples of decry
The New York Democrat used the time to criticize the bill's health care and food aid cuts, tax breaks for the wealthy and rollbacks to renewable energy programs, among other parts of the bill that Democrats decry.
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CBS News, 3 July 2025
The New York Democrat used the time to criticize the bill’s healthcare and food aid cuts, tax breaks for the wealthy and rollbacks to renewable energy programs, among other parts of the bill that Democrats decry.
—Mary Clare Jalonick, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2025
At the end of 2024, the seven plaintiffs signed a petition decrying the situation.
—John Aguilar, Denver Post, 2 July 2025
Legislative Democrats and immigration advocates have decried recent immigration efforts, such as the bill Republicans passed last week during a special session that will criminalize local officials for their votes on sanctuary policies.
—Melissa Brown, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
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CBS News, 3 July 2025
The New York Democrat used the time to criticize the bill’s healthcare and food aid cuts, tax breaks for the wealthy and rollbacks to renewable energy programs, among other parts of the bill that Democrats decry.
—Mary Clare Jalonick, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2025
At the end of 2024, the seven plaintiffs signed a petition decrying the situation.
—John Aguilar, Denver Post, 2 July 2025
Legislative Democrats and immigration advocates have decried recent immigration efforts, such as the bill Republicans passed last week during a special session that will criminalize local officials for their votes on sanctuary policies.
—Melissa Brown, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for decry
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So far, nearly 60,000 federal employees have been dismissed, with the State Department layoffs marking the latest round of cuts.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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They have since been dismissed by the local solicitor general's office, WSB-TV reported.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
12 July 2025
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That's why ignoring minor misbehavior (as long as no one is being harmed) and praising positive choices is one of the most effective ways to manage and minimize attention-seeking behaviors.1 2.—
Amy Morin,
Parents,
7 July 2025
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These workshops taught cognitive skills aimed at maximizing the strengths and minimizing the weaknesses typically associated with their specific most strongly outlying trait.—
Maia Szalavitz,
Scientific American,
7 July 2025
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An outspoken progressive, Ruffalo frequently condemns the Trump administration's raids, which began in June.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
8 July 2025
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The countries also condemned military strikes on Iran.—
Bailey Schulz,
USA Today,
8 July 2025
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The best wrinkle creams on Amazon prove that drugstore prices don't diminish efficacy.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
8 July 2025
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Eggs may not be quite so extreme, since the bird flu problem is expected to diminish.—
Jan Ellen Spiegel,
Hartford Courant,
7 July 2025
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Political dynamics: DeSantis criticized the Florida House for delaying condo relief legislation, while House Speaker Daniel Perez defended the decision to address the issue during the regular session, highlighting the collaborative effort between the House and Senate.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
9 July 2025
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Tesla’s work conditions have been immensely criticized over the years, as current and former employees claim Musk pushes employees to do 80-hour work weeks.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
8 July 2025
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Speaking to reporters Wednesday, Trump doubled down on his past criticism and blamed Biden for Powell remaining in the role.—
Zachary Folk,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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While most of us could only dream of being so effortlessly chic, Parisians have it down pat—so who could blame us for wanting to borrow some of their go-to French fashion styles?—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
15 July 2025
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“Decry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/decry. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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