Example Sentences

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Three years later, Pulte seems to have rejected fully some of his grandfather’s principles.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

The opposition and regional leaders have rejected the move and demonstrations against it were due to take place in Mogadishu on Thursday.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

"With a wig and a moustache," he chortles, while wearing the sort of sheepskin coat that even Del Boy might have rejected on taste grounds.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

EBay may have rejected GameStop’s takeover bid, but there’s still some good news for Ryan Cohen: He’s allowed on the resale site again.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

If he had not been weak he would have rejected her instantly.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck