"Shermanesque" meaning in English

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Adjective

Forms: more Shermanesque [comparative], most Shermanesque [superlative]
Etymology: From Sherman + -esque, after American Civil War General William Tecumseh Sherman, who declined when being considered as a possible Republican candidate for the presidential election of 1884, saying, "I will not accept if nominated and will not serve if elected." Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|Sherman|esque}} Sherman + -esque Head templates: {{en-adj}} Shermanesque (comparative more Shermanesque, superlative most Shermanesque)
  1. Having the intent of refusing a nomination to public office, or of refusing to serve in such office if elected. Wikipedia link: Shermanesque statement, William Tecumseh Sherman Categories (topical): Historical events, History of the United States, US politics
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