Ignore and Refuse

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Ignore

Ignore verb - To fail to give proper attention to.
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Refuse is a synonym for ignore. In some cases you can use "Refuse" instead a verb "Ignore".
Nearby Words: ignorance, ignoring

Refuse

Refuse verb - To show unwillingness to accept, do, engage in, or agree to.
Usage example: she refused the award, citing the hard work of others who deserved the recognition more than she did
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Ignore is a synonym for refuse in deny topic. Sometimes you can use "Ignore" instead a verb "Refuse".
Nearby Words: refused, refusal, refusing, refuser

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person ignore person refuse person
people ignore people refuse people
request ignore request refuse request
call ignore call refuse call
Other words: time, way, advice, orders, attempts.

Both words in one sentence

  • The Hero attempts to refuse or ignore the call, but will eventually accept it.
    Source: I'm Not a Hero, I'm...
  • Many fans ignore or refuse to accept the fact that these two are Manipulative Bastards that tricked Kirby into helping them take over Pop Star (Marx) and the entire universe (Magolor).
    Source: Draco In Leather Pants / Video Games
  • Clingy Jealous Girl They refuse to talk to him and attempt to ignore him until he clears up the misunderstanding to Mirei.
    Source: Clingy Jealous Girl
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