refuting

Example Sentences

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“The Colonel and the King” debunks some of the most stubborn myths about Parker, refuting the notion that Parker destroyed Elvis’ career by force-feeding awful material down his throat.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 5, 2025

Ecowas came to Nigeria's defence in a statement on Thursday refuting the claims.

From BBC • Dec. 27, 2024

But once again, Watson was trying to use these facts to his advantage—while barely refuting the real claims of wrongdoing before him.

From Slate • Dec. 12, 2024

Perhaps, they might even encourage us to hold our hearts and minds in kinder regard, refuting society’s prevailing disregard for mental health.

From Salon • Aug. 10, 2024

“No, of course I—” I was so committed to refuting him that I had half-denied the charge before I understood it; now my eyes swung back to his face.

From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles