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

Before last offseason, he even said that he would even turn down a five-star recruit in favor of adding more seasoned veterans and professional players from Europe.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

Amber said she often arrived at work and school with redness and hives, and has had to turn down plans with friends.

From BBC • Jan. 19, 2026

"I turn down so much work because I'm quite protective of him and his brand, they have to kind of respect the boundaries and stuff," he insists.

From BBC • Jan. 18, 2026

He would turn down virtually no request that helped illuminate texting and driving—or its risks.

From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel