refuse

Example Sentences

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The two-hour “Tina” is likely to be the diva’s last word and designed as a reverent look at a performer who refuses to allow her suffering to define her outrageous success.

From Salon

This was a civil trial and they could have refused.

From BBC

Since being toppled he has refused to step down.

From Barron's

She refused to answer to any form of “mother” or “mom” or “Mrs.,” forcing Janet and any friends she brought home to call her Star, though her name was actually Sharon.

From Literature

I refuse to touch anything in here, and stick to mouth breathing only.

From Literature