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REFUSE

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Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Refuse.

How to pronounce refuse:

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Refuse - as a noun

Food that is discarded (as from a kitchen)

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Refuse - as a verb

Show unwillingness towards

Example: "He declined to join the group on a hike"

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Not accept as true

Example: "He refused to accept what she said"

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    Elude, especially in a baffling way

    Example: "This behavior defies explanation"

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    Refuse to let have

    Example: "She denies me every pleasure"

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    Resist immunologically the introduction of some foreign tissue or organ

    Example: "His body rejected the liver of the donor"

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    Refuse entrance or membership

    Example: "They turned away hundreds of fans"

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    Refuse - as an adjective

    Discarded, rejected.

    Example Sentences

    "I refuse to discuss the matter any further."
    "He refused to help me with my project."
    "She refused to accept the apology."
    "The teacher refused to let him leave early."
    "They refused to let us enter without a reservation."
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    Word Game Points

    Is REFUSE a valid Scrabble word?
    Yes, refuse is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
    US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

    REFUSE has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

    Is REFUSE a valid Words With Friends word?
    Yes, refuse is valid for Words With Friends
    Valid Word
    REFUSE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

    Is REFUSE a valid WordFeud word?
    Yes, refuse is valid for WordFeud
    Valid Word
    REFUSE has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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