Demurring

/dɪˈmɜːrɪŋ/ verb

Definition

Present participle of demur; currently objecting to or expressing disagreement with something.

Etymology

From demur with the present participle suffix -ing added. Demur from Old French demurer / Latin demorari.

Kelly Says

When someone is demurring during a negotiation, watch out—they're not saying no outright, but they're clearly uncomfortable with what's being proposed and might dig in their heels!

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