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They are synonyms and can often be used in the same sentence. Both mean you do not receive or accept something (a physical thing or an idea, suggestion, etc.).! t% d b s8 r- z# C, L$ L* G
"I refused / rejected his job offer."0 K( h( ` \( q* g% L2 V1 P0 ?
Difference in Grammar:
. p3 g3 m$ z. s7 x"Refuse" is often followed by an infinitive (to + VERB). Reject usually has a noun or noun phrase after it.9 Y4 t: C8 m. g' x3 M4 J
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There is a slight differences in meaning, but it's rather subtle.
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Refuse is a bit harsher / stronger. The person is insistent on not accepting something.
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"I refuse to answer that question. No! I will not do it!"
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5 p& x' L4 o% C9 J: P( J/ Z/ yReject can be used to not accept something that is broken, not working properly, not in good shape/order.' c6 O( D& u2 l3 C2 }
/ e: w2 V% }" _5 N' r! x"The company will reject any application that doesn't have a cover letter attached." |
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