Trademark refusal occurs when the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) denies a trademark application based on specific grounds, which often include whether the mark is considered disparaging, immoral, or scandalous. Such refusals are aimed at maintaining a standard of decency and public morality in registered trademarks, ensuring that they do not offend societal norms or values.
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