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rejection

NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. refusal
2. rejection

A noun and verb (する) meaning to refuse or reject a request, offer, or demand. It carries a fairly strong nuance of firm refusal and is used in both formal and informal contexts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

If you're going to rush like this, I'm out!

Sentence 2

Seriously, the moment it's inconvenient, you just refuse!

Sentence 3

Did she really mean it when she said "I refuse to be in the same room"?

Sentence 4

Even you are going to turn down my request?

Sentence 5

By the way, could you actually refuse a direct instruction from your boss?