will not hear of
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Many middle-class Egyptian parents will not hear of their children marrying someone without a degree.
From New York Times ● Aug. 6, 2023
Greene, of course, will not hear of any hint of bravery or courage on his part.
From Time Magazine Archive
The remedy for the present state of the industry proposed by the owners is longer hours and lower wages and the miners will not hear of either.
From Time Magazine Archive
But Chris's mother will not hear of it; she will not admit that Larry is dead.
From Time Magazine Archive
They are kind people, and though I have on more than one occasion tonight offered remuneration for their hospitality, they will not hear of it.
From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro
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