"Widespread outcry" refers to a situation where there is a large and strong display of public anger, discontent, or protest about a particular issue. Full definition
But issues related to recent changes with the system, which prompted widespread outcry from mortgage and banking groups, have not been fully resolved. (americanbanker.com)
The revelation ultimately prompted the resignation of former party chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz and elicited widespread outcry and protests by Sanders supporters. (fortune.com)
And despite widespread outcry from business groups, Texas remains one of only five states with no statewide antidiscrimination protections for nondisabled residents. (cnbc.com)