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to deny
01
to refuse to admit the truth or existence of something
Transitive: to deny an action
Example
The student had to deny cheating on the exam, insisting on the fairness of their answers.
She had to deny any involvement in the incident to protect her reputation.
The accused continued to deny any involvement in the theft, despite the evidence.
02
to reject or refute the truth or existence of something
Transitive: to deny truth or existence of something
Example
He denied the correlation between smoking and lung cancer, citing inconclusive studies.
The conspiracy theorist denied the moon landing ever occurred, dismissing it as a hoax.
He denied the theory of evolution, arguing that it contradicted his religious beliefs.
03
to refuse or reject someone's request, claim, or access to something
Transitive: to deny a request or claim
Example
The teacher denied the student 's request for an extension on the deadline.
The referee had to deny the player 's appeal for a penalty.
The store manager had to deny the return without a receipt.
04
to restrain oneself from having something
Ditransitive: to deny oneself something desired or pleasurable
Example
He denied himself the luxury of buying new clothes until he had saved enough money for a vacation.
He denied himself the convenience of taking the elevator, choosing instead to climb the stairs for exercise.
He denied himself the pleasure of sleeping in on weekends, opting instead to wake up early and go for a run.
05
to refuse to grant a permission to someone
Ditransitive: to deny sb a permission
Example
The restaurant denied the group entry because they had not made a reservation in advance.
The receptionist denied the visitor access to the building because they did n't have a valid ID.
The teacher denied Samantha an extension on her assignment because she had missed the deadline.
Παράδειγμα
The student had to deny cheating on the exam, insisting on the fairness of their answers.
She had to deny any involvement in the incident to protect her reputation.
The accused continued to deny any involvement in the theft, despite the evidence.
Despite the witness accounts, the defendant chose to deny any wrongdoing in court.
He continued to deny the allegations despite the overwhelming evidence.
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