How to Use "Refuse" with Example Sentences

refuse (v): to say no to something

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Used with verbs:

"I could not refuse him."
(could not, cannot)

"You have the right to refuse."
(have the right to)

"I didn't dare refuse her."
(dare)

Used with nouns:

"The judge refused to grant parole."
(judge, court)

"They were refused access to the park."
(access, entry, admittance, admission)

"She refused my invitation."
(invitation, help, request, offer, demand)

"My application was refused."
(application, citizenship, payment)

Used with adverbs:

"He simply refused to help."
(simply, absolutely)

"She politely refused another serving."
(politely)

"He always refuses to come over."
(always)