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Definition of Naysayers
1. naysayer [n] - See also: naysayer
Lexicographical Neighbors of Naysayers
Literary usage of Naysayers
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The World and Yugoslavia's Wars by Richard Henry Ullman (1996)
"The restrictive claims of domestic jurisdiction of Third World naysayers have
little relevance once the Security Council weighs in, since in ratifying the ..."
2. Day One and Beyond: Practical Matters for New Middle-Level Teachersby Rick Wormeli by Rick Wormeli (2003)
"Self- esteem naysayers may score points quickly in the debate over the role of
self-esteem in academics with their selective memories and invented ..."
3. Fair Isn't Always Equal: Assessing and Grading in the Differentiated Classroom by Rick Wormeli (2006)
"This helps with naysayers who may be asking, "Why are we doing this?" Fair Isn 't
Always Equal: Assessing and Grading in the Differentiated Classroom by ..."
4. Naked Reading: Uncovering What Tweens Need to Become Lifelong Readers by Teri S. Lesesne (2006)
"So forget about the naysayers and analysts who decry the sad state of reading.
Instead, take some positive steps to change attitudes and habits. ..."
5. Federal Hiring from the Welfare Rolls: Congressional Hearings edited by John L. Mica (1999)
"But one state has already proven the naysayers wrong: Wisconsin. Wisconsin's
experience with welfare reform provides an unparalleled model for implementing ..."
6. Inspector General Act Oversight: Hearings Before the Committee on Government edited by Stephen Horn (1999)
"... and most certainly will not last on Capitol Hill if they became chronic naysayers.
There are. of course, ways to protect the IGs in this role, ..."
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