rebuffing

[US]/rɪˈbʌfɪŋ/
[UK]/rɪˈbʌfɪŋ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.bluntly refusing or rejecting; snubbing or dismissing

Phrases & Collocations

rebuffing advances

rebuffing offers

rebuffing requests

rebuffing criticism

rebuffing help

rebuffing support

rebuffing attention

rebuffing invitations

rebuffing proposals

rebuffing suggestions

Example Sentences

she was rebuffing his advances politely.

the company is rebuffing all offers to buy them out.

he felt hurt after rebuffing her invitation.

rebuffing criticism can be counterproductive.

she is known for rebuffing unwanted attention.

the politician faced backlash after rebuffing questions.

he kept rebuffing her suggestions during the meeting.

rebuffing help from friends can lead to isolation.

they were rebuffing attempts to negotiate a deal.

rebuffing offers can sometimes be a strategic move.

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