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Plural
refusals
1
the act of rejecting or saying no to something that has been offered or requested
- His refusal to apologize made the situation worse.
- The company’s refusal to negotiate led to protests.
- She faced consequences for her refusal to follow the rules.
- His refusal to accept help surprised everyone.
- He expressed his refusal with a firm "no."
2
a message refusing to accept something that is offered