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turn down
verb
- to reduce (the volume or brightness) of (something)
turn the radio down
- to reject or refuse
- to fold down (a collar, sheets on a bed, etc)
adjective
- prenominal capable of being or designed to be folded or doubled down
Example Sentences
Dr Jagielska says the police are investigating the threats, and offered to arrange close protection, which she turned down due to the nature of her work.
“We believe several of our clients have been turned down.”
Young people have told the BBC they are finding it harder than ever to get a job, with some graduates frustrated at being turned down for roles at supermarkets.
As a licensed therapist, she had offered her services at a local emergency shelter but was gently turned down because there were more people wanting to volunteer than there were seeking help.
When he applied for a visitor's visa, he was turned down due to financial circumstances.
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