rebuff
noun
a blunt or abrupt rejection, as of a person making advances.
has been rebuffing
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present perfect progressiveof rebuff (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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Central bank Chief Roberto Campos Neto, however, has been rebuffing the calls for lower rates by saying core consumer prices remain high while long-term inflation expectations are stuck around 4%.
From Reuters ● May 25, 2023
Everton has been rebuffing Chelsea’s bids for John Stones and the defender helped the visitors keep a clean sheet at White Hart Lane.
From Washington Times ● Aug. 29, 2015
