rebuffed (Meaning)

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rebuffed (imp. & p. p.)

of Rebuff

The politician's advances were rebuffed by voters who had grown weary of empty promises.
She rebuffed her suitor's persistent attempts at courtship, causing him great distress.
The company's proposal for a merger was rebuffed by its rival due to concerns over antitrust issues.
The peace negotiations were abruptly rebuffed by the warring factions, dashing hopes for a resolution.
My request for a promotion was rebuffed by my manager, who cited a lack of experience.
The child's pleas for attention were rebuffed by a distracted parent, leaving her feeling ignored.
The athlete's offer to join a rival team was decisively rebuffed by his current organization.
The petition for clemency was rebuffed by the governor, who believed the crime merited punishment.
The candidate's campaign received a severe setback when a key endorsement was rebuffed.
The community's efforts to establish a new park were rebuffed by the city council, which prioritized other projects.

of Rebuff

vetoed, rejected, overruled, ignored, declined, disapproved, turned down, scorned, scouted, dismissed

approved, adopted,accepted, approved, accepted, received, received, adopted, agreed (to), agreed (to)

The politician's advances were rebuffed by voters who had grown weary of empty promises.

She rebuffed her suitor's persistent attempts at courtship, causing him great distress.

The company's proposal for a merger was rebuffed by its rival due to concerns over antitrust issues.

The peace negotiations were abruptly rebuffed by the warring factions, dashing hopes for a resolution.