refusal

Example Sentences

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But the head coach's absolute belief in his methods occasionally strayed into dogma, and his apparent refusal to adapt - or incorporate just a little more pragmatism - proved costly.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

In her initial reply to Torres Campos, Munoz’s lawyer, Roxanne Chung Bonar, cited California cases from 1984 and 1995 that she said supported her client’s refusal to grant visitation rights.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

The regulator gave no explanation for the refusal, saying only that "the full reasons for the decision can be requested from the authority."

From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026

Following the hearing, Paul called Mullin’s refusal to apologize “unacceptable.”

From Salon • Mar. 18, 2026

Hall, ordinarily extremely slow to rile, flew into a rage when he learned of Woodall’s refusal to cooperate.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer