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denial

[dih-nahy-uhl] / dɪˈnaɪ əl /


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There’s also the personal pain of realizing that your husband’s “love” may not be as advertised, making it easier to live in denial.

From Salon • Apr. 8, 2026

There’s so much shame and confusion on the part of the person who needs help, and sometimes there’s denial that anything bad is happening.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

“Continued exploitation and denial of their freedom is making them worse, and time is running out!”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

The news follows a Monday denial of negotiations from a spokesperson for Iran’s foreign ministry.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

I was embarrassed, or freaked out, or in denial, or . . . all those things, maybe.”

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison




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