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demurral

[dih-mur-uhl] / dɪˈmɜr əl /


















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Or a polite demurral by the adult in the room?

From Slate • Jan. 20, 2025

“No comment” or a more polite demurral remain legitimate options.

From New York Times • May 31, 2021

It’s easy to see that attitude as standard executive demurral.

From The Verge • Jan. 4, 2019

Cordially, Robert Moses This was no ordinary demurral over a book’s merits.

From The Guardian • Apr. 28, 2016

Bobby tried a psychological tactic himself during that game, despite his oft-quoted demurral, “I don’t believe in psychology—I believe in good moves.”

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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