demurral
Example Sentences
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His demurral provoked some questions: “How does putting a map in a novel change the way we read the novel? What was it about what he thought a map did that he resisted?”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 19, 2022
“No comment” or a more polite demurral remain legitimate options.
From New York Times ● May 31, 2021
It’s easy to see that attitude as standard executive demurral.
From The Verge ● Jan. 4, 2019
I accepted his demurral, but I needed an explanation.
From Slate ● Aug. 21, 2018
Bobby tried a psychological tactic himself during that game, despite his oft-quoted demurral, “I don’t believe in psychology—I believe in good moves.”
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
