demur
verb (used without object)
to make objection, especially on the grounds of scruples; take exception; object.
have demurred
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present perfectof demur.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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But other Australian states have demurred from similar actions.
From BBC ● Mar. 29, 2026
But bankers who have been briefed on the offerings say some of the biggest potential bidders have demurred.
From New York Times ● Mar. 15, 2023
Both Tomlin and offensive coordinator Matt Canada have demurred when asked who will be the starter when the Steelers open the regular season in Cincinnati on Sept. 11.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 18, 2022
Whenever they’ve started telling me to get up and smile with various cousins, I always have demurred and stay sitting.
From Slate ● Oct. 17, 2019
If Torres had only asked my fortune, I would have given it to him and not one of my people would have demurred!
From Eight Hundred Leagues on the Amazon by Jules Verne
