He said that both sides were "still talking" and that the union's refusal to deal would put Chrysler in an unfair position.

This refusal, together with his already tarnished reputation, put EC on the verge of bankruptcy.

When this attempt failed, the only alternative was to annihilate the resistance, since their refusal put the prestige of the monks in opposition to the king's will.

Iago's refusal to answer that question puts him outside human society for ever.

Wilpon's refusal to speak, even by telephone, puts him right in there with Steinbrenner, although for different reasons.

Her refusal of his medical advice put him in a precarious position.

As Wentworth considered the refusal of the Galway jury had put the entire plantation scheme in jeopardy, he did much to frustrate their efforts.

But China's refusal to revalue its currency "puts in walls against everything, including places where we would be highly competitive."

After the conquest of France, Churchill's refusal to surrender or negotiate on terms favorable for Germany put their gamble in jeopardy.