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

But ask him about Television, and he would often demur.

From Washington Post • Jan. 30, 2023

Some, including former Vice President Mike Pence and former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, have so far refused to demur, making speeches and traveling to key states that suggest they are strongly considering campaigns.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 28, 2022

But in other interviews I’ve read, you demur when asked to draw a direct line between your time in the public eye and Diana’s.

From New York Times • Nov. 5, 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