refutes
- present tense form of refute (3rd person singular).
Example Sentences
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"Our results have far-reaching implications. Firstly, it refutes the hypothesis that any organics found in fossils must result from contamination."
From Science Daily • May 14, 2026
They said the company had "extensive" evidence including messages, documents and witness testimony that "unequivocally refutes" Mavromantis' claims.
From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026
Outside of the Chagall exhibition in Moscow, former piano teacher Irina refutes the idea of trying to escape from the war.
From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026
Speetzen refutes that during an analyst call, saying the company’s marine segment has already gotten rid of underperforming brands, and that the remaining ones are gaining market share and generating strong cash flow.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 28, 2026
“I think not. Look how thin she is. Her weight refutes that accusation. “
From "Gathering Blue" by Lois Lowry
