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Demurred

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense: Express reluctance or hesitation; raise objections

Description: When someone demurs, they express hesitation or reluctance towards a proposal, suggestion, or request. It implies the act of politely declining or raising objections.

Examples:

1. He demurred when asked to lead the project, citing his lack of experience.
2. The team demurred at the idea of working late on Friday evenings.
3. She demurred at the thought of attending the conference alone.

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