They seem determined to press forward with their program of reform.

He gave a firm refusal.

He was so adamant in his refusal.

Players must adhere to the rules of the game.

Players must adhere to the rules of the game.

I refused absolutely.

I tried hard to make them stay home, but they refused to listen to me.

You should have refused his request flatly.

The devout Christian persists in his belief.

The devout Christian persists in his belief.

The devout Christian persists in his belief.

I absolutely will not speak to that fellow again!

"We don't give discounts," the woman said sternly. "Regardless how small. Now, please take off the suit if you can't afford it."