refuse
verb (used with object)
to decline to accept (something offered).
refuses
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present tense formof refuse (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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As the determined Galloway refuses to relinquish her role—she enlists Downey’s aunt to keep her on the case—she and Kaffee clash over strategy.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026
The administration says it seeks assurances from those countries that the deported persons will not be not be abused or persecuted, but it refuses hearings for individuals.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 4, 2026
But he refuses to listen and marries her anyway.
From Salon ● Oct. 3, 2026
It's early on in her career, and Destiny refuses to disclose precisely what she is earning, but says she's already making money.
From BBC ● Sep. 28, 2026
He is getting crazier with revenge and refuses to cooperate with the Americans, so even Mr. Washburn doesn’t have a whole lot of details.
From "Before We Were Free" by Julia Alvarez
