ものいい
Noun
1.
manner of speaking
2.
verbal argument
3.
objection, protesting a decision (esp. that of a sumo referee)
4.
rumor, rumour
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審判の判定に物言いがついた。
An objection was raised against the referee's decision.
相撲の物言いは、行司の判断に異議を唱える際に使われる。
In sumo, a "monoii" (objection) is used when disputing the referee's decision.
彼の物言いがきつくて、周りの人は近寄りがたいと感じていた。
His manner of speaking was harsh, making people around him feel it was difficult to approach him.
その政治家の物言いは、国民の間に様々な憶測を呼んだ。
That politician's manner of speaking sparked various speculations among the public.
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