Sentence examples similar to spurned command from inspiring English sources

He spurned an offer of high Union command to side with his native South and was put in charge of the Department of the West.

According to the United States Military Command, a Korean man punched Private Murphy, after he spurned the leaflet, and four other Koreans joined in the attack.

Robin van Persie spurned an excellent early chance, shooting over at close range, but after that Stoke took command.

Both SuBo and GoBro command respect abroad, even if the last few weeks have seen the two somewhat spurned at home.

Zeus spurned gaily.

These have been spurned.

James Dayton, Paul Heffernan, Hay and Gordon spurned Kilmarnock opportunities.

Bobby spurned his respect...

Arafat spurned him.

He was repeatedly spurned.

What a chance spurned!