be averse to
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He said there was no fresh legislation in the works, but he "would not be averse" to a new Commons debate.
From BBC ● Dec. 20, 2023
Unlike his father who was said to be averse to flying, Kim has flown his personal Russian-made jet for some of his trips.
From Reuters ● Sep. 5, 2023
This group might be averse to a polar plunge, but, in just a matter of minutes, they will pull on dry suits, masks and scuba tanks and head out into the same chilly water.
From Seattle Times ● May 24, 2023
Part of the problem, from a psychological perspective, is that the theory of nuclear deterrence rests on the idea that world leaders will be averse to their own possible deaths.
From Salon ● Mar. 11, 2022
Nodding, the witness answered, “I told them under normal conditions I would probably be averse to it. But with the magnitude of this crime I could probably vote in favor.”
From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote
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