refuse politely

Frequency: 7.09.0 per million words

to say no to a request or offer in a courteous way

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Examples (10)

  • She had to refuse his invitation politely because she already had plans.
  • It's important to know how to refuse a gift politely without causing offense.
  • He refused the extra work politely, explaining that his schedule was already full.
  • When offered a second helping, she politely refused, saying she was full.
  • Could you please refuse their offer politely on my behalf?
  • The manager politely refused the client's unreasonable demand.
  • Even though she wanted to help, she had to refuse their request politely.
  • I will refuse the proposal politely during tomorrow's meeting.
  • It took courage to refuse such a lucrative opportunity politely.
  • Always refuse unwanted advances politely but firmly.