But the committee refused, on a 6-to-6 vote along party lines.

The committee has refused to accept his resignation, but he has stopped going to meetings.

The committee refused to register because they were loyal to Japan.

The organizing committee ultimately refused her entry into the race.

Under the circumstances, the committee could not refuse any help offered.

The organizing committee has refused, saying that this would mean beginning the race in a national park.

The legislative committee refused to move them from the wall to make way for Curry's mural.

In another case, the committee has refused permission for health authorities to link their computer files with personal tax records.

But the committee refuses to disclose the exact amount each donor gave.

The committee agreed to his recommendation and refused planning permission.