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refuse

NounVerb B1

Meanings & Nuances

to refuse

Nuance (Fark)
genel; bir şeyi yapmak veya kabul etmek istemediğini açıkça belirtmek (refuse to do sth)
general word; clearly say you will not do or accept sth

rubbish, waste

Nuance (Fark)
ev çöpü için resmi kelime; belediye dilinde geçer (fiil olan 'refuse'dan farklı okunur: /ˈrefjuːs/)
formal, official word for household rubbish (pronounced REF-yoos, unlike the verb re-FUSE)

Example Sentences

"He refused to answer any questions."

"She refused the job offer."

"Refuse collection happens twice a week in this area."