1
as in renounced
to solemnly or formally reject or go back on (as something formerly adhered to)
abjured some long-held beliefs when she converted to another religion
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2
as in avoided
to resist the temptation of
a strict religious sect that abjures the luxuries, comforts, and conveniences of the modern world
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At best, this results in superficial engagement—teams may appear aligned on the surface but lack genuine buy-in as difficult conversations are avoided.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes,
25 Mar. 2025 -
And who has avoided injuries while the rest of the squad have struggled?—
Jacob Tanswell,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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In response, Hungary withdrew its stake from the bank, marking a rare concession in its complex balancing act between East and West.—
Kevin Lynn,
Newsweek,
8 Jan. 2025
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Belichick, always an insular coach, further withdrew during that season amid his team’s struggles, according to team sources with knowledge of the situation.—
Chad Graff,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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In a statement to PEOPLE on Saturday, April 12, Combs' legal team denied the allegations leveled by Manzaro.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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The insurance company denied wrongdoing and has appealed.—
T. Christian Miller,
ProPublica,
12 Apr. 2025
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The Magic, now 19-12, have contradicted that wisdom.—
Josh Robbins,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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However, but it’s now been flatly contradicted.—
David Phelan,
Forbes,
21 Dec. 2024
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“Abjured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abjured. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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