demur

US /dɪˈmɝː/
UK /dɪˈmɝː/
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1.

objecter, hésiter

raise doubts or objections or show reluctance

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She demurred at the suggestion that she should pay.
Elle a objecté à la suggestion qu'elle devrait payer.
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The committee demurred, citing lack of funds.
Le comité a objecté, citant le manque de fonds.
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1.

objection, hésitation

the action or process of objecting to or hesitating over something

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They accepted the proposal without demur.
Ils ont accepté la proposition sans objection.
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There was a slight demur from some members.
Il y a eu une légère objection de la part de certains membres.
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