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REFUSING

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Refusing.

How to pronounce refusing:

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Refusing - as a noun

Food that is discarded (as from a kitchen)

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Refusing - 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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    Example Sentences

    "She is refusing to eat her vegetables."
    "The company is refusing to negotiate with the union."
    "He kept refusing my requests for help."
    "The dog is refusing to go outside in the rain."
    "They are refusing entry to anyone without a ticket."
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    Word Game Points

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

    REFUSING has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

    Is REFUSING a valid Words With Friends word?
    Yes, refusing is valid for Words With Friends
    Valid Word
    REFUSING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

    Is REFUSING a valid WordFeud word?
    Yes, refusing is valid for WordFeud
    Valid Word
    REFUSING has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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