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refused

/rɪˈfjuːzd/ verb · British & US
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What does refused mean?

verb

To decline or reject something, often in a firm or definite manner. To refuse something is to say no to it, often because it is not wanted or is not acceptable.

Example

"She refused to eat the spicy food, saying it was too hot for her."

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