spurn
verb (used with object)
to reject with disdain; scorn.
have spurned
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present perfectof spurn.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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As Kyle Cheney reported in Politico, at least 360 judges have spurned the government’s reasoning in more than 3,000 cases.
From Slate ● Feb. 10, 2026
Others have spurned that push, but say they hope to further lower the income tax rate by reining in tax breaks.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 4, 2023
He may have spurned UK offers of extra boots on the ground along France's sprawling northern coastline, but he has called on Brussels for help.
From BBC ● Nov. 25, 2021
Some Russians say they are reluctant to get vaccinated due to mistrust of authorities or safety concerns and many have spurned the four vaccines Russia has registered, including the flagship Sputnik V.
From Reuters ● Oct. 29, 2021
In that vigorous and healthy society they would have spurned thee under foot disdainfully.
From Is Life Worth Living? by W. H. (William Hurrell) Mallock
