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Manifold added that he had turned down a chauffeur-driven limousine, private jets, and corporate sports tickets.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

Union leaders also called for the cap to be removed, a demand company executives likewise turned down.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

But he said his folks always encouraged him to pursue his dream - especially his father, who turned down a tennis scholarship in the US at the age of 20.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

After his junior year, he turned down a six-figure bonus offered by the Colorado Rockies.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

Mom turned down our street and there she was, putting up a poster on the telephone pole in front of our house.

From "Klawde: Evil Alien Warlord Cat" by Johnny Marciano and Emily Chenoweth




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