John Engler

I had made a decision early on that we were going to do the right things and that if they worked we were going to be very successful. And if for some reason they didn't, all the claims and the protestations and the excuses wouldn't make any difference.

American Politician

Franklin Foer

As the 2016 campaign has graphically illustrated, Trump doesn't treat rivals gently. Testifying before a congressional committee in 1993, he began with his rote protestations of friendship.

American Writer

Jeff Greenfield

Protestations of indifference to higher office are hard to take seriously when the 'non-candidate' is busily engaged in testing the waters.

American Journalist

Nipsey Russell

There aren't any messages in my social protestations.

American Comedian

Used when you assert truth in the face of skepticism or disbelief, showing determination.

Defiance in Belief

Shows a strong personal belief, particularly when one's integrity or reputation is questioned.

Personal Conviction

Typically used in formal situations to emphasize a point that might be challenged.

Formal Emphasis

Used to voice disagreement or dissatisfaction with a situation, policy, or decision.

Expressing Discontent

Often associated with a group's shared expression of disapproval and can be public.

Collective Unhappiness

Can be a tool to oppose those in power by voicing an opposing stance.