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to deny
01
to refuse to admit the truth or existence of something
Transitive: to deny an action
Examples
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
Examples
Despite the overwhelming evidence, he continued to deny the reality of climate change.
03
to refuse or reject someone's request, claim, or access to something
Transitive: to deny a request or claim
Examples
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
Examples
Despite craving chocolate, she denied herself the sweet treat in order to stick to her diet.
05
to refuse to grant a permission to someone
Ditransitive: to deny sb a permission
Examples
The teacher denied Samantha an extension on her assignment because she had missed the deadline.
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