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- noun Plural form of
demur .
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Examples
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Christie demurs but in a field as wide open as this one looks to be might he re-think those denials over the next few months?
Fast Fix: Chris Christie, presidential candidate? Chris Cillizza 2010
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He demurs that he hasn't always succeeded, and she assures him, "I know who you are now."
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With his allegiance divided between the throne and the Catholic Church, More demurs, until circumstances force him to make a choice.
John Farr: Getting Religion: The Ten Best Films on Faith John Farr 2011
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Martin Kozlowski Asked to critique these endeavors, Mr. Gates demurs: "I applaud people for coming into this space, but unfortunately it hasn't led to significant improvements."
Was the $5 Billion Worth It? Jason L. Riley 2011
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With his allegiance divided between the throne and the Catholic Church, More demurs, until circumstances force him to make a choice.
John Farr: Getting Religion: The Ten Best Films on Faith John Farr 2011
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With his allegiance divided between the throne and the Catholic Church, More demurs, until circumstances force him to make a choice.
John Farr: Getting Religion: The Ten Best Films on Faith John Farr 2011
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With his allegiance divided between the throne and the Catholic Church, More demurs, until circumstances force him to make a choice.
John Farr: Getting Religion: The Ten Best Films on Faith John Farr 2011
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Klyce demurs when asked if he may have been involved.
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With his allegiance divided between the throne and the Catholic Church, More demurs, until circumstances force him to make a choice.
John Farr: Getting Religion: The Ten Best Films on Faith John Farr 2011
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If the king demurs, their power on the street stands to grow.
The Muslim Brotherhood in Jordan Jonathan Schanzer 2011
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