Deny
Deny verb - To declare not to be true.
Return
Return verb - To bring, send, or put back to a former or proper place.
Common collocations
Both words in one sentence
- Still, even as he announces his return to full vampirism he doesn't deny that he still cares for his loved ones, and he claims he won't fatally feed on people.
Source: Redemption Failure - By the time the Ministry finally can't deny the reality of Voldemort's return any longer, it's far too late.
Source: We Have Become Complacent -
Jason, the adults of Springwood have systematically suppressed all knowledge of Freddy to deny him the power he gains from his potential victims' fear, so he can't return.
Source: Speak of the Devil
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