refused

Example Sentences

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He refused, and was promptly fired from his own company, by the very partners he had personally recruited.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Historians have repeatedly requested access to the files, but until now the Swiss authorities have refused.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

She refused, he said, and was subsequently charged.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

Medicare separately refused to cover Aduhelm for most patients, limiting coverage only to those enrolled in clinical trials.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

I bet he never even bothered opening his books at home, and in class he refused to pay attention, so of course he needed help.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo