She also denied Simon's contention that the board improperly rejected Simon's tender offer.

City officials do not deny the prosecutors' contention that running the generator contributed to its failure, which led to the violation of clean water laws.

The company, a maker of industrial and automotive products that is based in Cincinnati, denied their contention.

The mayor denies Ms. Lynch's contention that the project would be a thinly disguised mall.

But Mr. Nifong denied the defense team's contention that he had deliberately tried to hide the results or delay their release.

But Ms. Connelly denied his contention that there were any hazardous conditions in the buildings.

But he is also supporting Mr. Kyles, who denies the city's contention that the club was operating illegally.

He denied Great Northern's contention that the combined company could not handle the debt it would carry if the merger was completed.

Vice President Al Gore denied the Republicans' contention that he often embellishes his record.

Yesterday's decision denies the city's contention that strip clubs were not subject to the percentage ruling, which is known as the 60-40 rule.