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rejects

Pronunciation: [rɪˈdʒɛkts]

Word

Context: “decision”

(verb) to say no to something or someone. When you don't accept an idea, suggestion, or thing, you are rejecting it. It's like when you don't want a toy that someone offers you.

Example

She rejects bad ideas and always chooses the best ones.

Example

He didn't reject the offer; in fact, he accepted it gladly.

Example

Why did you reject her proposal for the project?

Context: “evaluation”

(noun) things or people that are not accepted or chosen. When someone doesn't get picked for a team or a suggestion is turned down, they are considered rejects.

Example

The rejects from the contest were still proud of their effort.

Example

The players who were accepted weren't rejects; they were the best in the team.

Example

What happened to the rejects of the last art exhibition?

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