demurral (Meaning)

Wordnet

demurral (n)

(law) a formal objection to an opponent's pleadings

Webster

Demur; delay in acting or deciding.

The demurral of the jury to convict the defendant highlighted the lack of sufficient evidence.
Despite the pressure from his peers, his demurral from joining the protest reflected his personal beliefs.
Her demurral during the negotiations stalled progress on reaching a consensus.
The demurral of the board members to approve the budget raised concerns about the financial stability of the organization.
His demurral to sign the contract stemmed from concerns about the terms and conditions.
The demurral of the shareholders to endorse the merger proposal led to further deliberations.
Despite repeated requests, his demurral to disclose the details of the incident puzzled investigators.
The demurral of the employees to accept the new policy sparked discussions about workplace culture.
Her demurral to accept the leadership position surprised many, considering her qualifications.
The demurral of the residents to the proposed development project prompted the city council to reconsider its plans.

(law) a formal objection to an opponent's pleadingsDemur; delay in acting or deciding.

objection, exception, complaint, criticism, protest, fuss, demur, challenge, expostulation, demurrer

agreement, willingness, acceptance, approval, sanction,approval, sanction, willingness, agreement, acceptance

The demurral of the jury to convict the defendant highlighted the lack of sufficient evidence.

Despite the pressure from his peers, his demurral from joining the protest reflected his personal beliefs.

Her demurral during the negotiations stalled progress on reaching a consensus.

The demurral of the board members to approve the budget raised concerns about the financial stability of the organization.