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resolutely refuse
[ˈrezəluːtli rɪˈfjuːz]
verb phrase
recusar resolutamente
1.
to firmly and determinedly decline or reject something with unwavering resolve
She resolutely refused to accept the bribe.
Ela recusou resolutamente aceitar o suborno.
2.
to say no in a way that shows strong determination and conviction
He resolutely refused all attempts to convince him otherwise.
Ele recusou resolutamente todas as tentativas de convencê-lo do contrário.
NYC Slang
straight up refuse; hard pass
Synonyms
firmly refuse
steadfastly refuse
categorically refuse
adamantly refuse
flatly refuse
Antonyms
reluctantly accept
hesitantly agree
reluctantly consent
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
recusar resolutamente
standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
recusar com firmeza
alternative phrasing emphasizing firmness
Portugal
recusar firmemente
common alternative in European Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
put one's foot down
stand one's ground
draw the line
not budge an inch
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