deny
verb (used with object)
to state that (something declared or believed to be true) is not true.
denies
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present tense formof deny (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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Miller denies any wrongdoing, claims his ex-wife has struggled with “significant mental health challenges,” and has accused his former father-in-law of spreading “lies.”
From Slate ● Aug. 10, 2026
He denies the allegations—including from his ex-wife, a U.S. senator’s daughter—and insists he’ll stay in the race.
From Slate ● Aug. 10, 2026
Villagers say they warned Trump’s son-in-law their beachfront land was stolen by Artur Shehu, who now faces drug-related charges, which he denies.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 9, 2026
There is no proof at this stage to link the flying bomb directly to Russia, which denies any role.
From BBC ● Aug. 7, 2026
The last theory accepts the evidence for immigration from Korea but denies that it was massive.
From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond
