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to rebuff
01
to reject or dismiss someone or something in an abrupt or blunt manner
Grammatical Information
action verb
regular
present tense
rebuff
3rd person singular
rebuffs
past simple
rebuffed
past participle
rebuffed
Examples
She felt hurt when he rebuffed her offer to help with the project.
02
forcefully repel or drive back someone or something, typically as a defensive action
Examples
The soldiers will rebuff any attempts to breach the perimeter, ensuring the safety of their encampment.
Rebuff
01
a deliberate act of rudeness or rejection, typically showing anger, disapproval, or contempt
Grammatical Information
animacy status
inanimate
plural form
rebuffs
Examples
His friendly greeting was met with a cold rebuff.
02
an instance of repelling or fending off someone or something
Examples
The army 's defense was a firm rebuff to the invading forces.
Lexical Tree
rebuff
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