demur
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.
But other Australian states have demurred from similar actions.
From BBC
Japan has so far demurred, citing legal obstacles to venturing into a war zone.
Starmer demurred, saying all British citizens were entitled to the same help regardless of their tax status.
In a meeting with the media, she demurred when asked when Russians would be welcomed back.
From Los Angeles Times
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