Interjections of Dismissal and Refusal

used to make something or someone go away

Shoo, cat!You're not allowed on the table.

used to tell someone to leave or go away

Hey, stop bothering me.Get lost!

used to express contempt, disregard, or to dismiss someone or their ideas entirely

You think you can manipulate me?Get screwed!

to make someone feel extremely angry or annoyed

His constant interruptions during the meeting really pissed off his colleagues.

used to dismiss someone or to ask them to leave immediately

You're causing too much trouble here.Away with you!

used to express irritation, frustration, or a strong desire for the person being addressed to leave immediately

I'm not interested in what you have to say.Screw off!

used to tell someone to stop talking or dismiss what they are saying

I've heard enough of your complaints.Just stuff it!

used to tell someone to leave or to cease their actions immediately

Stop trying to control me.Shove it!

used to express complete disregard or defiance toward someone or something

I'm tired of following their rules.To hell with them!

to stop talking and be quiet

As soon as the movie started, the audience gradually shut up.

used to command someone to be quiet or to stop talking

Shut it!I'm trying to concentrate here.

used to abruptly silence someone or to express frustration or annoyance with their speech

I've heard enough of your excuses.Just shut your mouth!

used to express annoyance or frustration with someone's actions and to demand that they stop those actions

I've told you before, don't tease your sister.Knock it off!

used to tell someone to stop doing or saying something, typically because it's annoying, unnecessary, or inappropriate

Stop making that noise.Leave it out!

used to tell someone to stop doing something or cease their behavior, especially if it's repetitive, annoying, or unnecessary

You've been complaining about that for hours.Give it a break!

used to indicate denial, refusal, or disagreement in response to a question or offer

Did you call her?— No.

used to convey a strong, emphatic refusal or disagreement

Hell no!I'm terrified of heightsso I don't like bungee jumping.

used to indicate a negative response to a question or statement

Uh-uh, I haven't finished the project yet.

used to indicate that something is impossible, unacceptable, or absolutely will not happen under any conditions

No way are you borrowing my laptop after last time!

used to express strong refusal regarding a proposed action or idea

No chance!He crossed a line and I'm never gonna forgive him.

used to express a strong refusal or rejection of a proposed action, situation, or condition

Not for the world!I'd rather starve than eat sails.