refused

Example Sentences

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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

My sons have offered to help with remodeling, but their help has been refused.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 6, 2026

The other suspect, identified as 35-year-old Bernhard Z, refused a deal with the authorities.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

The bar says the firm refused to remove McBratney’s name from its website for years despite a cease and desist letter.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

IT WAS A windy, rainy Friday morning in January when my eyes told me what at first my brain refused to grasp.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom