In the sentence provided, "denial" refers specifically to the lack of provision or access to education and wages during slavery. Therefore, the best definition of denial in this context is:
refusal to grant or provide.
What is the best definition of denial as it is used in this sentence from Passage 1?
“The denial of education and wages during slavery ensured they had no support as they began their lives as free people.” (paragraph 4)
refusal to admit the truth
refusal to accept responsibility
refusal to acknowledge the existence
refusal to grant or provide
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