refuse
Example Sentences
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The obvious answer is yes – why so many of us refuse to do so might be a more pertinent question.
From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026
Those who refuse to do so are punished.
From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026
While bots like ChatGPT often “sugarcoat” answers or refuse certain questions entirely, according to Lu, Grok is designed to provide unfiltered information by pulling directly from the real-time social data on X.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026
It will come when the people demand leaders who refuse to be seduced by power, who speak honestly about both injustice and responsibility.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 2026
Although Bobby had received numerous requests to give a deposition, he continued to refuse, so the case was dragging on.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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