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demur
[dih-mur]
verb (used without object)
to make objection, especially on the grounds of scruples; take exception; object.
They wanted to make him the treasurer, but he demurred.
Antonyms: , , ,Law.to interpose a demurrer.
Archaic.to linger; hesitate.
noun
the act of making objection.
an objection raised.
Synonyms: , ,Law: Obsolete.a demurrer.
demur
/ ɪˈɜː /
verb
to raise objections or show reluctance; object
law to raise an objection by entering a demurrer
archaicto hesitate; delay
noun
the act of demurring
an objection raised
archaichesitation
Other 51Թ Forms
- demurrable adjective
- undemurring adjective
- ˈܰ adjective
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of demur1
Example Sentences
McDonnell demurred when asked if the city needed National Guard troops, whom President Trump deployed over the wishes of the governor and mayor.
Slotkin, who clearly hopes to be the Democrats’ centrist savior in 2028, politely demurred: What voters actually hate is too much regulation, blah blah blah.
Newsom demurred Thursday when asked whether he thought Harris would run for governor.
Asked how she felt about being brought up in relation to the Lively drama, Meester demurs.
Asked which was more harrowing, Vietnam or the racing business, Shirreffs demurred.
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