- present participle of spurn.
spurning
Example Sentences
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So it’s strange that Ms. Hochul is spurning data centers, which could generate thousands of jobs and more tax revenue.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
The Rams grew nervy, spurning chances to build their lead.
From Barron's ● Jan. 11, 2026
After spurning BHP’s advances last year, Anglo American announced a proposed merger with Canada’s Teck Resources in September that would value the pro forma entity at around $60 billion using today’s share prices.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 24, 2025
But after spurning a second match point and saving a break point, Raducanu completed the victory at the third attempt, winning the second set 6-2.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2025
Then he leapt forward, spurning the earth, and was gone like the north wind from the mountains.
From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien
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