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

Even as residents of the Willcox Basin have spurned the dairy's proposed water district, many have embraced a far more radical solution: strict regulations on groundwater usage.

From Salon • Oct. 26, 2022

Open after he was asked how much money it would take for him to join his approximately 20 colleagues who have spurned the PGA Tour and joined the LIV Golf series.

From Washington Times • Jun. 21, 2022

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

Had she known the wicked feelings I have indulged, she would have spurned me from her presence.'

From Cora and The Doctor or Revelations of A Physician's Wife by Leslie, Madeline