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denied

Pronunciation: [dɪˈnaɪd]

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Learn how to use denied in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “refusal”

(verb) to say that something is not true or to refuse to accept something. If someone denies something, they are saying it didn't happen or they didn’t do it.

Example

She denied the accusation and said she did nothing wrong.

Example

He didn't deny what happened; he admitted to everything.

Example

Did you deny that you forgot your homework?

Context: “access”

(verb) to refuse to allow someone to have something or to go somewhere. If someone is denied something, it means they are not given permission to access it.

Example

The child was denied entry to the amusement park because he was too young.

Example

He was not denied access to the library, so he could go in and read.

Example

Why were they denied permission to play outside?

How to pronounce denied

Pronunciation: [dɪˈnaɪd]

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