demurred
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But pressed by reporters on whether he would endorse Bass for reelection, Caruso demurred, calling both Bass and Councilmember Raman “tough choices.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2026
A spokesman for Griffin demurred when asked whether the billionaire had any thoughts about the council.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026
Asked last year if he regretted voting to confirm Kennedy, Cassidy demurred.
From Slate ● Aug. 7, 2026
Jennings demurred, though he too claimed he had a great 20-minute conversation with McConnell.
From Salon ● Jul. 10, 2026
Regina demurred: ”I don’t want to answer anything unless I have my lawyer present.”
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
