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turn down
verb
- to reduce (the volume or brightness) of (something)
turn the radio down
- to reject or refuse
- to fold down (a collar, sheets on a bed, etc)
adjective
- prenominal capable of being or designed to be folded or doubled down
Example Sentences
He has won twice on the PGA Tour this year and, after years of practice, is determined to turn down the volume on the chatter outside the ropes.
But on Monday a court in Brussels turned down Laurent's request on the grounds that the prince can be considered neither self-employed nor an employee.
In 2024, following news of the Oasis reunion, he revealed he had turned down the chance of a reunion tour with The Smiths.
"We voted for the second time last week and turned down their regurgitated offer, but the minister came back this week with a few more empty promises," one said.
Applicants were turned down, approved for credit on less favorable terms or subject to account freezes and closures.
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