demur

[US]/dɪˈmɜː(r)/
[UK]/dɪˈmɜːr/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

vi. to raise objections or show reluctance; to disagree
n. objections or disagreements
Word Forms
Pluraldemurs
Past Participledemurred
Past Tensedemurred
Present Participledemurring
Third Person Singulardemurs

Example Sentences

to demur at working on Sunday

He demured at the difficulty.

they accepted this ruling without demur .

I won't kick if you insist on paying the bill. Todemur is to raise an objection that may delay decision or action:

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She demurred at the idea of skydiving.

He demurs whenever his friends suggest going to a loud concert.

The employee demurred at taking on extra responsibilities.

I demur from participating in activities that I find unethical.

She demurred when asked to work overtime without pay.

The student demurred at the thought of cheating on the exam.

He demurs at the idea of investing in risky stocks.

She demurred from accepting the promotion due to personal reasons.

The team demurred at the coach's decision to change the game strategy.

I demur from signing the contract until I fully understand its terms.

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