Declined
/dɪˈklaɪnd/
Definitions
- (v. past tense) Past tense of decline, meaning to refuse or reject an offer or proposal.
The defendant declined to answer the question during cross-examination.
- (v. past tense) Past tense of decline, meaning to diminish or reduce in strength or value.
The company's profits declined after the new regulations were enacted.
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- decline
- declines
- declining
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'declined' most often refers to the refusal of offers, motions, or jurisdiction, but can also describe a reduction in quantitative terms.
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