denied

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Marx states that he reported the incident to law enforcement years later; the local sheriff’s office has denied having any cold case, missing persons case, or other report that supports Marx’s story.

From Slate • Jun. 29, 2026

Abbott has denied a link between the plant’s conditions and the children who fell ill.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026

No one seems willing to claim they lost or were denied access to straight marriage because of gay couples.

From Salon • Jun. 29, 2026

He also denied that Haberman and Swan possess audio recordings “that they imply they have” before pivoting to familiar talking points about the 2024 election and Iran.

From Salon • Jun. 28, 2026

But the crowd was not to be denied.

From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield