1
as in to deny
to declare not to be true
while he was publicly refuting rumors of a merger, behind the scenes the CEO was working to effect that very outcome
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as in to discredit
to prove to be false
the victories of African-American athlete Jesse Owens in the 1936 Olympics effectively refuted the racial views of the Nazis
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Recent Examples of refute
Sources said Patel again refuted Esper's version of events.
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Daniel Klaidman, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2025
The podcast host also refuted the book's assertion that Harris' team sent a staffer to scout his Austin studio.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
These claims, which the USCCB refuted in a statement, lead to confusion among the faithful and undermine this critical, core ministry.
—William McCarthy, Baltimore Sun, 5 Feb. 2025
Rubio, the first Latino secretary of state, made the trip in part to reiterate President Trump's concern that China has too much influence over the Panama Canal, and needs control of the waterway for economic security, though Mulino has refuted the claim.
—Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 2 Feb. 2025
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Daniel Klaidman, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2025
The podcast host also refuted the book's assertion that Harris' team sent a staffer to scout his Austin studio.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
These claims, which the USCCB refuted in a statement, lead to confusion among the faithful and undermine this critical, core ministry.
—William McCarthy, Baltimore Sun, 5 Feb. 2025
Rubio, the first Latino secretary of state, made the trip in part to reiterate President Trump's concern that China has too much influence over the Panama Canal, and needs control of the waterway for economic security, though Mulino has refuted the claim.
—Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 2 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for refute
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In 2023, mortgage applications from Black borrowers were denied twice as often as those from white borrowers.—
Andrea Riquier,
USA TODAY,
17 Feb. 2025
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There’s no denying that being a member of a bridal party is a commitment.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
16 Feb. 2025
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Lucy’s husband, Justin (Mark Coles Smith), is one of the journalists who trains his sights on Gibson as a safer target for frustration than his spouse, and out of a vain hope discrediting Gibson will persuade Lucy to resume chemotherapy.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
6 Feb. 2025
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Privately, former officials who worked for Thao and other city officials have attempted to discredit Webb’s allegations, which have quietly raised eyebrows and skepticism around the town’s political circles for some time.—
Shomik Mukherjee,
The Mercury News,
2 Feb. 2025
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Why voters rejected Bidenomics President Biden and a Democratic Congress took power in 2021 with a bold plan to propel the nation out of the pandemic, revitalize American industry and bolster the working class.—
Dan Primack,
Axios,
11 Feb. 2025
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While some Gazans have rejected emigration, others see it as their only hope.—
Efrat Lachter,
Fox News,
11 Feb. 2025
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The success of this endeavor disproved decades of conventional wisdom that Israeli normalization in the region would not happen without a comprehensive peace deal with the Palestinians.—
Yair Rosenberg,
The Atlantic,
14 Feb. 2025
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Lyttleton set out to disprove the conversion of Saul of Tarsus.—
Dan Miller,
Twin Cities,
6 Feb. 2025
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Panama’s statement directly contradicted the State Department’s claim earlier in the evening.—
Patrick Oppmann,
CNN,
6 Feb. 2025
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This would seem to contradict the popular wisdom of James – and/or Rich Paul of Klutch Sports, the agent for James and Davis – as the Lakers’ unofficial co-general managers.—
Jim Alexander,
Orange County Register,
5 Feb. 2025
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The conflict over the Colorado River in many ways resembles California’s internal conflict, including an uncertainty over whether governments can overturn or ignore water rights stretching back to the 19th century.—
Dan Walters,
The Mercury News,
9 Feb. 2025
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Speaker Adams said the City Council was exploring its options in overturning the City Hall's advice.—
Dan Gooding,
Newsweek,
7 Feb. 2025
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Friday, Leavitt rebutted a Reuters report that suggested tariffs could be delayed, stating that 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico and 10% tariffs on China would be put in place Saturday.—
CNN.com,
The Mercury News,
3 Feb. 2025
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That amounted to nothing more than a breach of private terms of service, prosecutors rebutted, even as the defense alleged constitutional rights violations over the advanced technique known as investigative genetic genealogy, or IGG, that first put Kohberger on police’s radar.—
Kevin Fixler,
Idaho Statesman,
24 Jan. 2025
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Steve Bannon has discussed with New York state prosecutors a potential plea deal in its criminal case charging the longtime ally of President Donald Trump with defrauding donors to a southern border wall, according to media reports.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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Today, world leaders from over 90 countries will gather in Paris to discuss artificial intelligence policy.—
Henry Papadatos,
TIME,
10 Feb. 2025
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“Refute.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refute. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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