declined

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The film has a critical take on artificial intelligence, according to three sources briefed on it who declined to be named.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 30, 2026

At least three aviation firms tell the BBC they've been told to suspend light aircraft operations but declined to elaborate, saying they had been instructed not to discuss it.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

U.S. crude futures declined 31% to $69.50, their worst quarter since 2020.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

In the past year, total North American trade in computer and electric parts and machinery surged by 25%, while trade in cars, agriculture, and traditional manufacturing declined.

From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026

She declined Secret Service protection and avoided the media in order to keep her profile low and her footprint light.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama