demur

Example Sentences

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When their new neighbors asked where they were from, most would demur and say “Southern California” or “near Los Angeles.”

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2023

Dear Miss Manners: I understand and observe the rule that one should wait for everyone at the table to be served before one starts eating, unless the not-yet-served parties demur and urge others to eat.

From Washington Post • Apr. 25, 2022

That ineptitude led coach Vic Fangio to demur when asked what he thought of Lock’s performance afterward.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 29, 2021

If they demur, then keep asking for favors from someone who isn’t in a good position to say no, it’s time to find a new playground.

From Slate • Mar. 15, 2021

Before they could demur, which was clearly their instinct, we thanked them profusely and climbed into the back seat.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson