rebuff
used in A Raisin in the Sun

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Definition

to reject another's help, suggestion, or approach — typically rudely

or in a battle or fight: to drive back

(He starts to kiss her, she rebuffs him again and he jumps up) BENEATHA: Why are you angry, George?
2.2 — Act 2, Scene 2 (6% in)

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