turn down

Example Sentences

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It can make financial sense to turn down inheriting an IRA.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

During the international break, ex-Atletico Madrid player Rodri said he would consider joining their city rivals Real as "you can't turn down the best clubs in the world".

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Manchester City midfielder Rodri does not believe being a former Atletico Madrid player rules him out of joining Real Madrid and has said "you can't turn down the best clubs in the world".

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

In Thailand, TV presenters removed their blazers on air recently in an effort to encourage citizens to turn down the air conditioning.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

Lee thought and then said, “Swear by whatever it was made you turn down the love of the witch. I guess that’s the most important thing you know.”

From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman