deny
Aussprache: [dɪˈnaɪ]
Wort
Kontext: „truth and reality“
(verb) to say that something is not true or to refuse to accept something. If someone doesn't believe what happened or won't admit it, they are denying it.
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She denied the rumor about her moving away.
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He didn't deny that he had made a mistake.
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Why did they deny what happened at the party?
Kontext: „permission and access“
(verb) to refuse to allow someone to have something or to prevent someone from doing something. If you don't let someone play with your toys, you are denying them that fun.
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The teacher denied him extra credit because he didn't complete the assignment.
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They didn't deny her the chance to speak in the meeting.
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Did the coach deny the players a water break during practice?
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