spurned
Example Sentences
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Directors of London-listed DCC, who spurned the bidders’ April approach, said last month that they are “minded to recommend” the higher offer to shareholders.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026
Now, if Canada makes it to the knockout round of the World Cup for the first time ever, it will be because a spurned American led them there.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
Despite no organized opposition, a flurry of cities, as well as the editorial board of the Los Angeles Daily News, have loudly spurned the idea, arguing it will make the region even less affordable.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
"Musk has tried to take over OpenAI multiple times. He's been spurned," Lund told the BBC.
From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026
Contemporary plays dealing realistically with Negro life were spurned as being controversial.
From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright
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