refused

Example Sentences

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Many victims have refused the offers, saying they don’t fully cover their losses from the devastating blaze.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

When he was questioned by an investigating judge he refused to answer any questions.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Abu Kass is the head of the football fan association for Jordan, a country where 57% of visa applications for the US were refused in the year to the end of September 2025.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Without directly addressing the matter of those whose visas were refused, the official added: "We will not allow the Iranian team to abuse this system to sneak terrorists into the United States under false pretences."

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

Mom was too busy to take me shopping this spring, and Dad refused to buy me a new bathing suit, even though it was only a hundred dollars.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller