Demur (Verb)
Meaning 1
Enter a demurrer.
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- The prosecution might demur but it is their duty to disclose all exculpatory evidence to the defense.
- After being charged with the crime, the defendant chose to demur and thus avoided admitting guilt.
- The defense attorney stood up and demurred, stating that the prosecution had not presented enough evidence.
- In response to the plaintiffs' claims, the defendants' lawyer rose to demur and requested further clarification.
- When asked to comment on the allegations, the company spokesperson demurred and instead issued a written statement.
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Meaning 2
Take exception to; "he demurred at my suggestion to work on Saturday".
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- She demurred at the idea of attending a concert on such short notice.
- Her colleague demurred at the plan to change roles in the middle of the project.
- He demurred at her suggestion that they cancel the vacation due to the rain forecast.
- The employee demurred at the requirement to work overtime during the holiday season.
- The team leader demurred at the proposal to change the strategy midway through the campaign.