turndown (noun)

1. In a romantic movie, the main character experienced a turndown when their partner refused their marriage proposal.

2. In a science fiction novel, the alien commander gave a turndown to the human's request for a peace treaty.

3. In a fantasy story, the protagonist received a turndown when the magical creature denied their plea for help.

4. In a horror movie, the terrified victim faced a turndown as no one believed their desperate pleas for help.