What is another word for refusals?

Pronunciation: [ɹɪfjˈuːsə͡lz] (IPA)

Refusals are the instances when someone refuses to do something that has been requested of them. Synonyms for the word "refusals" include denials, rejections, declines, turn-downs, dismissals, refutations, resistances, objections, and rebuttals. Each of these words has its own distinct connotation and usage. For example, denials are typically associated with a refusal to accept responsibility for something, while rejections often involve an emotional component and imply a negative judgment. Regardless of the situation, it's always important to handle refusals with tact and diplomacy, particularly in professional settings where relationships and reputations are at stake.

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Usage examples for Refusals

We have already given deep umbrage in many quarters-very high quarters, too-by refusals; and a single mistake would be fatal to us.
"The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. II (of II)"
Charles James Lever
Within a month and a little bit of persistency against refusals, the metropolitan authorities scheduled him for an interview as a money taker on a city bus.
"Corpus of a Siam Mosquito"
Steven Sills
Knowing nothing of her love for Prince Godfrey, at last the king placed her refusals to a stubborn spirit.
"The Green Forest Fairy Book"
Loretta Ellen Brady

Famous quotes with Refusals

  • I could not and did not want to: ski, play tennis, or go to gym class; attend to any subject in school other than English and biology; write papers on any assigned topics (I wrote poems instead of papers for English; I got F’s); plan to go or apply to college; give any reasonable explanation for these refusals.
    Susanna Kaysen
  • It's a splendid example of a man who, through his refusals, finds his way.
    Constantine P. Cavafy

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