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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.).+ Q& b$ {! p6 ?, O
"I refused / rejected his job offer."
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"Refuse" is often followed by an infinitive (to + VERB). Reject usually has a noun or noun phrase after it.2 B, f8 l( ~& F4 E; M, r$ g6 d
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There is a slight differences in meaning, but it's rather subtle.$ v& Z! M6 @' a& e
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Refuse is a bit harsher / stronger. The person is insistent on not accepting something. # [: L, \# N8 j4 g: h
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"I refuse to answer that question. No! I will not do it!"
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$ P# y: ~! H& E+ |1 `" R* KReject can be used to not accept something that is broken, not working properly, not in good shape/order.% H2 a4 Q4 p, R) ~8 G( r) Y
& R& N9 U& k6 g1 g& x6 o* M"The company will reject any application that doesn't have a cover letter attached." |
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