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objection

/əbˈd͡ʒɛkʃən/ interjection C2
  1. An assertion that a question or statement is in violation of the rules of the court. (US) · Objection! That is irrelevant to this case, Your Honor!
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The Lion replied, “I have no objection, but you must excuse me for requiring you to find surety for your good faith, for how can I trust anyone as a friend who is able to fly away from his bargain whenever he pleases?”
Three Hundred Aesop's Fables, p. 92 · B2
Would there be any objection, Mr.
The Valley of Fear, p. 38 · C1
“I have no objection,” Lestrade answered, seating himself.
A Study in Scarlet, p. 67 · B2
That is objection No.
Sherlock Holmes: The Bruce-Partington Plans, p. 12 · B2

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