1
as in renounces
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 avoids
to resist the temptation of
a strict religious sect that abjures the luxuries, comforts, and conveniences of the modern world
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Japan has recently taken steps to expand its defense posture, including lifting its ban on lethal arms exports and mulling changes to Article 9 of its constitution, which renounces war and the maintenance of armed forces.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
31 May 2026 -
Miami will have the ability to use multiple sizable salary cap exceptions if Wiggins opts out or if Wiggins stays but Miami renounces Powell, which remove his cap hold and eliminate his Bird rights.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
15 Apr. 2026
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Built in the 1830s, the 25-foot-wide home was completely reimagined by Yellowtrees Studio, resulting in a thoughtful blend of historic character and contemporary design that avoids both museum-like preservation and the formulaic feel of a luxury flip.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
12 June 2026
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While the budget is technically balanced, maintains funding for most city services, and avoids layoffs among an already lean staff, the fiscal outlook remains fragile as local revenues slow due to cooling economic conditions and rising inflation.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
12 June 2026
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Israel wants to disarm Hezbollah immediately before the Israeli military ends its operations in Lebanon and withdraws its troops from dozens of villages and towns.—
Kareem Chehayeb,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
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Jasmine withdraws much of the time.—
Larissa MacFarquhar,
New Yorker,
28 May 2026
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Individuals may also face injury in some instances if the seat belt retracts rapidly.—
Michelle Chapman,
Chicago Tribune,
3 June 2026
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Rather than dying, the animal retracts its tentacles, reabsorbs its bell and sinks.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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Bruel denies all the allegations made against him.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
10 June 2026
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At the end of each year, TEA approves or denies all teachers recommended to them by a school district.—
Samuel O’Neal
June 9,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 June 2026
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“Abjures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abjures. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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