decline politely

Frequency: 7.29.5 per million words

to refuse an offer or invitation in a courteous way

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Examples (10)

  • She had to decline the invitation politely due to a prior engagement.
  • He managed to decline the offer politely, explaining his reasons clearly.
  • We should always decline requests politely, even if we cannot fulfill them.
  • The manager asked him to decline the proposal politely but firmly.
  • Despite the generous offer, she chose to decline it politely.
  • They taught their children to decline unwanted gifts politely.
  • Could you please decline the dinner invitation politely on my behalf?
  • It's crucial to decline a job offer politely if it's not the right fit.
  • Having to decline a friend's request politely can be difficult.
  • She will decline the extra responsibilities politely as her plate is full.