turned down

Example Sentences

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She said last year she had turned down France's highest civilian honour, the legion d'honneur, accusing the country of "hypocrisy" over visa policies that prevented dissidents travelling from Iran to France.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Cooper, who is also a full-time anchor at CNN, turned down a new “60 Minutes” deal from Weiss.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

At first, Baron showed his trademark skepticism and turned down the opportunity, concerned it would be hard for Tesla to make headway.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

Experts say millions of households have turned down radiators and thermostats, taken shorter showers, blocked draughts and found ways to keep the heating off in certain rooms to lower bills.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

I turned down the street after it, weaving my way through the familiar sprawl of tenements and small businesses.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros