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Miscellaneous items, typically old, discarded, or considered useless or of little value
A part or quantity that is left after the greater part has been used, removed, or destroyed
(usually "seconds") Goods of inferior quality, especially used or defective
Plural for one that has been excluded from a society or system
“His bizarre opinions would sadly lead to him becoming somewhat of a reject among his peers.”
Plural for a person or thing that is considered a failure
“The bosses at the major studios were genuinely wary of handing millions of dollars to an aging director whose last film was a reject.”
Plural for an item with flaws, usually sold cheaply
“Our couch was a reject from the local furniture store.”
To show an unwillingness to accept or engage with something
“I reject anything to do with such nonsensical ideas.”
To show an unwillingness to accept or engage with someone
“The other kids would reject him because he liked to wear parachute pants.”
To refuse or be unwilling to allow or grant
“The embassy would reject my application for a visa.”
To declare to be untrue
“I reject any claim that I have ever been dishonest with my clients.”
To get rid of
“Sort through your old belongings and reject any that are no longer required.”
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