demurred

Example Sentences

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Asked by a student how he viewed the prospect of Warsh arriving at the Fed and pursuing rate cuts in the current environment, Powell demurred.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Starmer demurred, saying all British citizens were entitled to the same help regardless of their tax status.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

Ellison demurred when asked whether Trump would embrace him as CNN’s owner, given the president’s past criticisms of the network.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

In a meeting with the media, she demurred when asked when Russians would be welcomed back.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2026

Regina demurred: ”I don’t want to answer anything unless I have my lawyer present.”

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady