pointedly refuse

Examples (10)

• The demand for an apology was pointedly refused.
• He pointedly refused to answer any questions about the scandal.
• She pointedly refused his offer of help, preferring to struggle alone.
• The committee pointedly refused to reconsider their decision despite strong opposition.
• When asked to compromise, the negotiator pointedly refused.
• They pointedly refused to acknowledge her presence at the meeting.
• His silence pointedly refused to give any indication of his intentions.
• The company pointedly refused to comment on the ongoing investigation.
• Even after repeated pleas, she pointedly refused to change her mind.
• The government pointedly refused to engage in dialogue with the protestors.