refuses
- present tense form of refuse (3rd person singular).
Example Sentences
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But the majority refuses to look reality in the face and comes up with these neutral excuses.
From Slate • Jun. 25, 2026
The plot is like an old car whose engine just refuses to start on a cold winter morning.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2026
Former Health Minister Wes Streeting said he might launch his own challenge as soon as next week if Starmer refuses to go.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026
It asks who our neighbor is, and then refuses to draw the boundary anywhere short of everyone.
From Salon • Jun. 14, 2026
He refuses to elaborate as they walk quietly back down the length of the train.
From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern
