turned down

Example Sentences

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She said last year she had turned down France's highest civilian honour, the legion d'honneur, accusing the country of "hypocrisy" over visa policies that prevented dissidents travelling from Iran to France.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

He also says that Freedom of Information requests continue to be turned down and the "cover-up continues".

From BBC • May 30, 2026

Cooper, who is also a full-time anchor at CNN, turned down a new “60 Minutes” deal from Weiss.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

Before the Taliban takeover, Shama turned down many marriage proposals.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

Turned up or turned down, the feeling is permanent.

From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti