flat refusal

Frequency: 7.216.5 per million words

A direct and final refusal that is not open to discussion.

refusalADJECTIVE + refusal

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Examples (10)

  • The CEO's flat refusal to negotiate surprised everyone.
  • She met their request with a flat refusal.
  • His proposal was met with a flat refusal from the committee.
  • Despite her pleas, he gave a flat refusal.
  • The company issued a flat refusal to comment on the allegations.
  • It was a flat refusal, leaving no room for further discussion.
  • The offer was rejected with a flat refusal.
  • There was a flat refusal to consider any alternatives.
  • Their demand for a raise was met with a flat refusal from management.
  • The government's flat refusal to compromise led to a stalemate.