refuses
Pronunciation: [rɪˈfjuzɪz]
Word
Context: “decision-making”
(verb) to say no to something or someone. When you don't want to do what someone is asking, you refuse. It’s like telling someone, ‘I don’t want that.’
Example
She refuses to eat broccoli because she doesn’t like the taste.
Example
He doesn’t refuse to help his friends when they ask him.
Example
Why does she refuse to join the team?
Context: “relationship”
(verb) to not accept a request or offer. When someone asks you to do something and you say no, that's a refusal.
Example
He always politely refuses any offers of help.
Example
They never refuse help when it's needed.
Example
Did she refuse his invitation to the party?
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