Turn down

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verb

To reject or refuse something or someone.

She turned down his marriage proposal.
Visual representation of "turn down" - To reject or refuse something or someone

Often appears as...

  • turn down an offer
  • turn down an invitation
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Visual representation of "turn down"
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Polite Decline

Though 'turn down' means to refuse, it's often used politely.

Illustration for Polite Decline
Thank you for the invitation, but I must turn it down.
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Gentle Rejection

'Turn down' can soften the blow when rejecting offers or proposals.

Illustration for Gentle Rejection
He turned down the job offer with gracious words.
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Subtle No

Use 'turn down' to refuse without emphasizing the negative.

Illustration for Subtle No
She turned down the extra dessert, saying she was full.
Visual representation of the word "Turn down"

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