refuse

Example Sentences

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The eighth member of the group is now described by supporters as intermittently refusing to eat because of an underlying health condition.

From BBC

Some, however, refused to cross what they described as a "red line" of providing information about their Palestinian staff.

From Barron's

He has refused to rule out using force to secure control of the island, a stance that has shocked Denmark, a Nato ally that has traditionally enjoyed close relations with Washington.

From BBC

Speaking to AFP exactly 10 years later, Chow recalled how crowds flocked to community screenings after some mainstream cinemas refused to show the film.

From Barron's

Begin by refusing to chase the idealised movie version of Christmas, says psychotherapist and author Philippa Perry.

From BBC