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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of refuses in Chaldean Numerology is: 5

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of refuses in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

Examples of refuses in a Sentence

  1. Albert Camus:

    Man is the only creature that refuses to be what he is.

  2. Chairman Jerry Nadler:

    The subpoena will only be issued if he refuses to answer questions on a speculative basis of privilege, if he does not show up — though I do expect he will — but if he refuses to answer questions he ought to answer, then we will have the tools we need to ensure that we may adequately meet our own responsibilities.

  3. Denis Mukwege:

    The Nobel Peace Prize reflects this recognition of suffering and the need for just reparations for female victims of rape and sexual violence in countries across the world and on all continents, i dedicate The Nobel Peace Prize to women of all countries in the world, harmed by conflict and facing violence every day. ... To the survivors from all over the world, I would like to tell you that through The Nobel Peace Prize, the world is listening to you and refuses to remain indifferent. The world refuses to stand idly in the face of your suffering.

  4. Alain:

    The soul is that which denies the body. For example, that which refuses to run when the body trembles, to strike when the body is angry, to drink when the body is thirsty.

  5. Arthur C. Clarke:

    CNN is one of the participants in the war. I have a fantasy where Ted Turner is elected president but refuses because he doesn't want to give up power.

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