His refusal could prompt a court battle with the Pentagon that might delay publication of the book, now scheduled for late March.

And the refusal by the City Hall security detail to let them stand on the steps of the building prompted sharp criticism from civil libertarians.

Her refusal, saying they do not know whether it is necessary, prompts an outburst from him: "Exactly!

His refusal has prompted the wildest speculation about the identity of the donors.

His refusal prompted the Friday Times to interview him.

Iraq's refusal to disclose records of its weapons programs prompted more calls for military confrontation today.

His refusal prompted 20th Century Fox to fire him.

Amminios' refusal had prompted the third and final attempt to escape.

His refusal to change this prompted several members to leave the community and leave with nothing.

That refusal prompted a lawsuit by a coalition of big cities, led by New York.