Crossword Genius

Indeed upset when refused (6)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

denied

'refused' is the definition.
('deny' can be a synonym of 'refuse')

'indeed upset' is the wordplay.
'upset' indicates an anagram.
'indeed' anagrammed gives 'DENIED'.

'when' acts as a link.

(Other definitions for denied that I've seen before include "Refused to admit (the truth)" , "Refused to give (someone something)" , "Refused to admit and refused access to" , "Indeed (anag)" , "Contradicted" .)

I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail.
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