refusal (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /rɪˈfjuː.zəl/
Definition
An act of saying or showing that you will not do, accept, or allow something.
Examples
His refusal to answer questions was frustrating for the police.
The company issued a formal refusal of the takeover bid.
Despite her pleas, the judge's refusal to grant bail was final.
How to Use refusal
- refusal to do something (prepositional phrase)
- The act of not agreeing to perform a specific action. — "The workers' refusal to work overtime led to production delays."
- refusal of something (prepositional phrase)
- The act of not accepting or agreeing to something offered or proposed. — "The city council's refusal of the new development plan surprised many."
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