declined (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: dɪˈklaɪnd
Definition
To refuse to accept or participate in something, often politely.
Examples
She declined the invitation to the party because she had a prior engagement.
He declined to answer the question, stating it was too personal.
The company declined their offer of a merger.
How to Use declined
- decline to do something (prepositional phrase)
- To refuse to perform a specific action. — "The witness declined to give further testimony."
- decline in something (prepositional phrase)
- A reduction or decrease in the quantity, quality, or importance of something. — "There has been a significant decline in sales."
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