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Deny

Part of Speech: verb

Definition: to refuse to admit the truth or existence of something; to declare something to be untrue or not factual

Senses and Usages:

1. To reject a claim or request:
• Description: to refuse to accept or grant something
• Example Sentence 1: I had to deny his application for a loan due to his poor credit history.
• Example Sentence 2: The judge denied the defendant's motion for dismissal.
2. To refuse access or permission:
• Description: to decline or withhold permission or access to something
• Example Sentence 1: The bouncer denied entry to anyone without a valid ID.
• Example Sentence 2: The supervisor denied his employee's request for a leave of absence.
3. To disavow or contradict:
• Description: to state that something is not true or valid
• Example Sentence 1: The CEO quickly denied the rumors of company layoffs.
• Example Sentence 2: She vehemently denied the accusations made against her.
4. To withhold belief or acceptance:
• Description: to refuse to believe or accept something as true
• Example Sentence 1: Despite the evidence, he denied the existence of climate change.
• Example Sentence 2: The suspect denied any involvement in the crime.

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