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2 `# B' a8 }- r2 b3 xThey 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.).( H8 ]: k+ H3 X7 I) Q2 _% j. }
"I refused / rejected his job offer."' l- u" v6 A8 {( }6 T9 f% w1 `2 k$ l7 L
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"Refuse" is often followed by an infinitive (to + VERB). Reject usually has a noun or noun phrase after it.* h+ E( X2 C- {
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There is a slight differences in meaning, but it's rather subtle. ^$ v2 z s0 `1 d* U8 s; r, K
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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!"
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, C7 {' o3 U- @4 F z2 MReject can be used to not accept something that is broken, not working properly, not in good shape/order.
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( a) l1 ^: a* l! n; X3 a"The company will reject any application that doesn't have a cover letter attached." |
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