Present participle for to refuse or reject
“I really cannot negative a generous offer of fine vintage wine.”
Present participle for to show an unwillingness to grant, allow, or consent
“I'm sorry to inform you that the government will negative your request for clemency.”
Present participle for to disprove or refute
“It was never my intention to negative your theory of evolution, but frankly, it would have been a bigger sin to let it slide.”
Present participle for to render useless or neutralize
“The flow of illegal weapons, of unseen scope, is poised to negative the ongoing arms amnesty.”
Present participle for to show an undesirable inclination to accept, do, engage in, or agree to
“I will negative any invitation extended to me, as I generally loathe the company of people.”
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