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noun

ˈtərn-ˌdau̇n How to pronounce turndown (audio)
Definition of turndownnext
as in refusal
an unwillingness to grant something asked for the request to use the restroom was just a formality—I really didn't expect a turndown

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turn down

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verb

as in to refuse
to show unwillingness to accept, do, engage in, or agree to I'm afraid that I will have to turn down your invitation

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Recent Examples of turndown
Noun
Nightly turndown service includes a sweet treat from local bean-to-bar company, Pollinator Chocolate. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 June 2026 Here, dozens of beautiful bedside carafes that bring a little five-star-hotel energy home—turndown service unfortunately not included. — Francesca Krempa, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 June 2026
Verb
As the conversation around food intensifies in America, Culina Health co-founder Vanessa Rissetto wants to turn down the temperature. — Jay Stahl, USA Today, 27 June 2026 If anything, the future Hall of Famer sure appeared to enjoy his time back home, which was a major reason why Leonard initially turned down a royal life in Canada to play for Southern California’s other team. — Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for turndown
Recent Examples of Synonyms for turndown
  1. refusal
  2. refuse
  3. rejection
  4. reject
  5. denial
  6. decline
  7. pass up
Noun
  • The Ducks have seven days to exercise their right of first refusal on the player, per the NHL collective bargaining agreement.
    — Dan Gelston, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
  • Republican hardliners jammed up the House floor this week, in part because of congressional leadership's refusal to attach a version of the election bill, dubbed the SAVE America Act, to the National Defense Authorization Act.
    — Dan Mangan,Luke Fountain,Kevin Breuninger,Garrett Downs,Ashley Capoot,Justin Papp, CNBC, 2 July 2026
Definition of refusal
Verb
  • Hamas’ statement made no mention of disarmament, one of the key requirements under the second phase of the ceasefire deal, which the group has so far refused.
    — Oren Liebermann, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
  • To conceal the theft from his investors, Correia refused to disclose his company’s financial records and gave false positive updates on SnoOwl’s status.
    — Tim Dunn, Boston Herald, 6 July 2026
Definition of refuse
Noun
  • Using basic academic terminology would place grants at risk of rejection or termination on political grounds.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 2 July 2026
  • That persisted into 2026 amid disagreements over the Russian war on Ukraine, including Meloni’s rejection of a proposal by Britain and France to send European troops there following a possible ceasefire.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 July 2026
Definition of rejection
Verb
  • Critics see it as another attempt to breathe life into claims that courts, investigators and election officials have repeatedly rejected — and another corrosive attempt to undermine faith in the state’s vote.
    — Adam Beam, AJC.com, 6 July 2026
  • Questioning, if not rejecting, established Christian doctrine, Ahab also comes to regard Moby Dick as the outward and visible sign, the physical embodiment of the indifference or, worse, utter malignity inherent in the universe.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 6 July 2026
Definition of reject
Noun
  • One reason Pharis has been so vocal online is to fight back against the shame and denial that drive so many to withhold their HIV status from others.
    — Charles Trepany, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • Between 2016 and 2023, claim denials increased from 9% to 12%.
    — Miranda Yaver, The Conversation, 2 July 2026
Definition of denial
Verb
  • After years of declining sales, American Girl dolls are seeing a resurgence.
    — Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 3 July 2026
  • In May, during a tense commission meeting, a majority of commissioners declined to give her a raise after her first year on the job.
    — Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026
Definition of decline
Verb
  • That play effectively started once defender Tim Ream tracked down a goal kick near the half-line, then passed up to Tyler Adams for a nonchalant back-heel pass to Tillman.
    — Cam Inman, Mercury News, 2 July 2026
  • The oysters on the half shell are a favorite for Colby, while Megan never passes up the tagliatelle bolognese, especially when paired with a glass of Pinot Noir expertly selected by Nancy Smith.
    — Carinne Geil Botta, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
Definition of pass up

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“Turndown.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turndown. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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