Idioms

be in denial

be in denial

To be unable or unwilling to believe or acknowledge something as true. The house is in terrible condition, but Carolyn's in denial about it. Are you in denial or something? This is a serious issue! Dude, you're in denial if you think she's actually going to go to prom with you—she already said no.
See also: denial
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