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objected motion

[/əbˈdʒɛktɪd ˈmoʊʃən/]
nounpl: objected motions
moção objetada
1. A motion or proposal in a legislative or formal assembly that has been opposed or challenged by one or more members
The objected motion was debated extensively before being put to a vote.
A moção objetada foi debatida extensivamente antes de ser submetida à votação.
2. In parliamentary procedure, a motion against which one or more objections have been formally raised
The chairman ruled on the objected motion according to the bylaws.
O presidente decidiu sobre a moção objetada de acordo com o regulamento interno.
Synonyms
contested motiondisputed motionchallenged motion
Antonyms
unopposed motionunanimous motionconsented motion

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
moção objetada
Standard usage in formal assemblies and legislative contexts
Portugal
moção contestada
Alternative term more commonly used in Portuguese legislative procedures

Related Idioms & Phrases

object to a motion
raise an objection
parliamentary procedure
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