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refusal

[ri-fyoo-zuhl] / rɪˈfju zəl /


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Uncertainty has been fuelled by new boss Kevin Warsh's refusal to publicly share his views on the economic outlook, part of his proposed reforms to reduce the amount of forward guidance the central bank offers.

From Barron's Jul. 29, 2026

“There will be repercussions to your refusal to testify today.”

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 29, 2026

For their part, United are sticking to their refusal to renegotiate a deal with Barcelona on reduced terms or consider a second loan to the Catalan giants.

From BBC Jul. 20, 2026

But that refusal to risk vulnerability comes back to bite her when the daughter she turned herself inside out to spoil pulls a move reminiscent of Veda in “Mildred Pierce,” betraying Emma for vapid reasons.

From Salon Jul. 19, 2026

‘Against delay. Against the way that seems easier. Against refusal of the burden that is laid on me. Against — well, if it must be said, against trust in the strength and truth of Men.’

From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien

OpenAI created a program to give vetted organizations and researchers access to models with fewer automated safety refusals.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 26, 2026

While asylum claims in Britain reached a record high, the number of refusals surged, and approvals at the initial stage climbed slightly in 2025 compared to 2024.

From Barron's Mar. 2, 2026

Markus Lammert, European Commission Spokesperson for Internal Affairs, says 23m entries and exits have already been registered under EES, and there have been 12,000 refusals of entry.

From BBC Feb. 5, 2026

The successive refusals will leave the restraining order in place while the case against state officials works its way through the courts.

From Salon Jul. 9, 2025

On hearing such refusals, the traders offered Antain more and more money for his handiwork.

From "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill




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