refused

Example Sentences

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

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Still, Powell refused to abandon the idea of a soft landing—bringing inflation down without a recession.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Chau and Bell ace Jayden Rojas each refused to give in.

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

She tottered just a bit, momentarily losing her balance, but she refused my help.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan