continue to refuse

Frequency: 6.89.2 per million words

To persist in saying no.

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Examples (10)

  • Despite all the evidence, he continued to refuse any involvement in the scandal.
  • The company continues to refuse negotiations with the striking workers.
  • She has decided to continue to refuse their offer, hoping for a better one.
  • Even after repeated requests, they continue to refuse to disclose the full details.
  • The patient continued to refuse treatment, despite knowing the risks.
  • The government spokesman said they would continue to refuse the foreign aid if conditions were attached.
  • Despite being threatened, the witness continued to refuse to change her testimony.
  • He continues to refuse to acknowledge his mistakes, which is a major problem.
  • The committee will continue to refuse the proposal unless significant changes are made.
  • For several weeks, the child continued to refuse to eat anything new.