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as in refutes
to declare not to be true
the congressman denied all charges of wrongdoing
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as in refuses
to be unwilling to grant
the director denied access to the top secret files to all but those with a need to know
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as in rejects
to refuse to acknowledge as one's own or as one's responsibility
in a futile attempt to get out of the contract, he even denied his own signature
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Recent Examples of denies
Now in its sixth day, the latest Middle East conflict continues to widen – with the US sinking an Iranian warship off the coast of Sri Lanka and Iran being accused of attacking Azerbaijan in the first strikes on the country since the beginning of the conflict, a claim Iran denies.
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Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 5 Mar. 2026
The governor’s team denies that was the intent of their proposal.
—Sonja Sharp, Los Angeles Times, 4 Mar. 2026
The parents behind the lawsuits contend that Abbott failed to provide warnings about the risks of its products, was negligent, and misrepresented the safety of the products — all allegations that Abbott denies in court documents.
—Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2026
Islamabad has long accused Kabul of providing a safe haven to militants fighting the Pakistani government — charges that Afghanistan's Taliban government denies.
—ABC News, 3 Mar. 2026
The Saudi government denies involvement of its top leadership.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 3 Mar. 2026
If the judge denies the motion, the case would move forward toward trial.
—Jakob Rodgers, Mercury News, 2 Mar. 2026
But in a statement issued by his attorney, Maluchnik denies all of that, saying the charges have been trumped up.
—Andy Sheehan, CBS News, 2 Mar. 2026
Gates has not been accused of any wrongdoing in connection to Epstein and denies any knowledge of Epstein's crimes.
—Arkansas Online, 27 Feb. 2026
Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 5 Mar. 2026
The governor’s team denies that was the intent of their proposal.
—Sonja Sharp, Los Angeles Times, 4 Mar. 2026
The parents behind the lawsuits contend that Abbott failed to provide warnings about the risks of its products, was negligent, and misrepresented the safety of the products — all allegations that Abbott denies in court documents.
—Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2026
Islamabad has long accused Kabul of providing a safe haven to militants fighting the Pakistani government — charges that Afghanistan's Taliban government denies.
—ABC News, 3 Mar. 2026
The Saudi government denies involvement of its top leadership.
—Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 3 Mar. 2026
If the judge denies the motion, the case would move forward toward trial.
—Jakob Rodgers, Mercury News, 2 Mar. 2026
But in a statement issued by his attorney, Maluchnik denies all of that, saying the charges have been trumped up.
—Andy Sheehan, CBS News, 2 Mar. 2026
Gates has not been accused of any wrongdoing in connection to Epstein and denies any knowledge of Epstein's crimes.
—Arkansas Online, 27 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for denies
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Browsh refutes the idea the NFL chose Bad Bunny as a political stunt.—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
8 Feb. 2026
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Data consistently refutes the idea that theaters and streaming are in a zero-sum battle for different audiences.—
Joseph M. Singer,
Deadline,
6 Feb. 2026
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Cutting Through Rocks is an intimate portrait of Shahverdi's fight for women's rights in a patriarchal society that refuses to acknowledge their right to exist safely and independently.—
Davi Merchan,
NPR,
4 Mar. 2026
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At the same time, his office refuses to answer questions about the probe.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
3 Mar. 2026
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This trend rejects rigidity in favor of free-form seating that doesn't box users in and force them into prescribed spots.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
4 Mar. 2026
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The president’s war on Iran is contrary to the Constitution and rejects safeguards in our republican federation.—
William J Watkins Jr,
Oc Register,
4 Mar. 2026
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Seen from Beijing, today's turmoil confirms rather than contradicts long-standing assumptions about global energy insecurity.—
Dewardric L. McNeal,
CNBC,
2 Mar. 2026
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Yohnka said Hicks’ experience contradicts those assurances.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Feb. 2026
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Dolci declines to speculate on root causes, but is at pains to note that Imax has proven more resilient than the broader market, holding largely flat while the industry overall has taken a dip.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
27 Feb. 2026
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The chain, known for its soups, salads and sandwiches, is in the early stages of a turnaround, with a focus on reinvesting in its business and reversing years of traffic declines.—
Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
25 Feb. 2026
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Everyone quoted in the book ultimately disavows those rumors, including Yetnikoff.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
23 Oct. 2025
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However, what if the board later disavows the director’s action, leaving the director personally exposed to that contract liability?—
Kelly G. Richardson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Aug. 2025
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Whatley outlines public safety priorities, criticizes Cooper Beyond the specific proposal, Whatley said public safety would be a central focus of his Senate campaign and potential term in office.—
Nora O'Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Mar. 2026
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Quintanilla criticizes opponents Johnson and Allred for wealth, stock trades, and immigration votes, positioning himself as a candidate who prioritizes immigrant families, small businesses, drug rehabilitation, senior relief, and local development programs.—
S.E. Jenkins,
CBS News,
26 Feb. 2026
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