as in refusal
an unwillingness to grant something asked for
the request to use the restroom was just a formality—I really didn't expect a turndown
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as in to refuse
to show unwillingness to accept, do, engage in, or agree to
I'm afraid that I will have to turn down your invitation
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Recent Examples of turndown
Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 5 Jan. 2025
Guests can expect amenities such as 24-hour room service, daily housekeeping (including a turndown service), free Wi-Fi, and an outdoor pool.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2024
Matt Levine, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025
As Andre explains, many businesses turned down by traditional institutions find support in alternative channels.
—Liquidia, USA Today, 5 June 2025
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Noun
The list of turndowns for Globes hosts has been high in recent years.
—Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 5 Jan. 2025
Guests can expect amenities such as 24-hour room service, daily housekeeping (including a turndown service), free Wi-Fi, and an outdoor pool.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2024
Verb
The Mavericks aren't likely to move Davis anytime soon, unless a deal that the team can't turn down falls into their lap.
—Matt Levine, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025
As Andre explains, many businesses turned down by traditional institutions find support in alternative channels.
—Liquidia, USA Today, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for turndown
Noun
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That refusal cost him dearly, resulting in his execution by decapitation.—
Blake D. Morant,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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Menjivar said in a news release Tuesday that she was removed from a budget subcommittee due to her refusal to approve the Medi-Cal proposals, including an enrollment freeze for undocumented immigrants, and new premiums for the population.—
Kate Wolffe,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2025
Verb
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The Mullahs in Tehran refused to dismantle their nuclear program.—
Anna Commander
Tom O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 June 2025
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Paul was severely ill, so he was excused from appearing, but Vladimir was taken away by the Bolsheviks after refusing to renounce his father.—
Meilan Solly,
Smithsonian Magazine,
13 June 2025
Noun
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Trump’s rejection of the proposal was first reported by Reuters.—
Aamer Madhani,
Chicago Tribune,
15 June 2025
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Panelists discuss the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran—and the rejection of Trump’s dealmaking efforts.—
The Editors,
The Atlantic,
14 June 2025
Verb
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But judges reviewing other eligibility cases have rejected this interpretation as construing Alston beyond its actual words.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
10 June 2025
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The Dolphins have maintained contact with veteran free agent cornerback Rasul Douglas, who rejected a Miami offer earlier this month.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
8 June 2025
Noun
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The impact on international travelers varies: tourism, work, and student visa applicants from affected countries may face delays or denials.—
Josh Rivera,
USA Today,
6 June 2025
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In its best moments, which are fantastic, Claudio dives deep into the unsettling nature of memory loss and denial but also into our incredible ability to recall and survive things from long ago.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
5 June 2025
Verb
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The April 11 ruling came during a hearing in Maryland, where a Justice Department attorney declined to provide basic details about Abrego Garcia’s whereabouts.—
Chantelle Lee,
Time,
7 June 2025
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Full-time workers declined by 623,000, while part-timers rose by 33,000.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
6 June 2025
Verb
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Joy Callaway and her mom never pass up a good adventure.—
Joy Callaway,
People.com,
6 June 2025
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The threat hasn’t gone away, and Tony voters shouldn’t pass up an opportunity to honor true playwriting excellence.—
Charles McNulty,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2025
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“Turndown.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turndown. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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