Example Sentences
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Jennings demurred, though he too claimed he had a great 20-minute conversation with McConnell.
From Salon ● Jul. 10, 2026
Pressed later on inflation, on whether policy was restrictive and on the future of the so-called interest-rate dot plot, Warsh repeatedly demurred.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 18, 2026
Hilton demurred when I asked if he agreed with everything his pals on the City Council have done over the years.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 9, 2026
Starmer demurred, saying all British citizens were entitled to the same help regardless of their tax status.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 3, 2026
“Ail the same,” demurred Fudge, “they are here to protect you all from something much worse.... We all know what Black’s capable of....”
From "Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban" by J.K. Rowling
