demur

Example Sentences

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Witkoff demurred, as he traveled too much to use the cumbersome system.

From The Wall Street Journal

Gaines said he considered donating or selling them, but Brown demurred.

From New York Times

Speaking to reporters after her event in Raleigh, about 80 miles away, the former U.N. ambassador demurred on her plans after Super Tuesday.

From Seattle Times

He demurred when asked if the team needs to give Dubas a reason to add in the coming weeks.

From Seattle Times

When asked exactly what qualities she wanted in a new chief, Bass demurred, saying she was waiting to get input from officers and residents.

From Los Angeles Times