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They are synonyms and can often be used in the same sentence. Both mean you do not receive or accept something (a physical thing or an idea, suggestion, etc.).
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"Refuse" is often followed by an infinitive (to + VERB). Reject usually has a noun or noun phrase after it.1 ~9 N3 P, L& [) _# C
4 {; S6 X0 i& V9 S( zThere is a slight differences in meaning, but it's rather subtle.
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Refuse is a bit harsher / stronger. The person is insistent on not accepting something.
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"I refuse to answer that question. No! I will not do it!"* A. w( h, Y/ V# Q+ d; L% `5 g
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Reject can be used to not accept something that is broken, not working properly, not in good shape/order.
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3 m5 t! D& q. \3 @6 u"The company will reject any application that doesn't have a cover letter attached." |
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