rejected

Example Sentences

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He has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing and rejected the idea that he knew anything about Epstein's illegal activity.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

As of last month, according to Yahoo Sports, more than $125 million worth of NIL compensation that had been promised to athletes had been rejected by the clearinghouse or was still under review.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

He now admits he rejected outreach to brief him on the changes before the replacement hire’s first day.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

The company then introduced an access fee -- a remedy the EU rejected in April as unsatisfactory.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

They also rejected plans to limit slavery in the new western territories as they gradually became states.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis