refusal

Example Sentences

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But the head coach's absolute belief in his methods occasionally strayed into dogma, and his apparent refusal to adapt - or incorporate just a little more pragmatism - proved costly.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

The regulator gave no explanation for the refusal, saying only that "the full reasons for the decision can be requested from the authority."

From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026

Her refusal to pose follow-up questions or follow trails into potentially dramatic areas is either protective or lazy, in any case making for poor cinema.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Following the hearing, Paul called Mullin’s refusal to apologize “unacceptable.”

From Salon • Mar. 18, 2026

A refusal to play the Hunger Games by the Capitol’s rules.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins