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Phrasal Verb - railing_against

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Raymundo CH

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Definition

To strongly object or protest against something, often in a persistent or frequent way. This phrasal verb can also mean to criticize or attack someone or something consistently.

Examples

No.Example
1She couldn't rail against the decision for long as it was final.
2The protesters continued to rail against the new tax law.
3He railed against the injustice of the situation.
4The critics rail against the new movie, but it's gaining popularity.
5She railed against the boss's unfair treatment of her.
6The team railed against the referee's calls.
7The opposition party railed against the government's policies.
8He railed against the traffic, cursing and honking his horn.
9The activists railed against the corporation's environmental practices.
10She railed against the stereotypes, speaking out for equality.