Accepting and Refusing
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Accepting and refusing politely may depend on what you are asked. For example
Would you like some cake?
Yes, please.
Sure. Thanks
Okay. Thank you |
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No, thank you
I'd better not.
No, but thanks for offering. |
Would you like to go see a movie?
Okay. Sounds good.
Sure. I'd love to.
Yeah. Good idea
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No, I'd rather not.
I'm sorry, but I can't.
No, but thanks for inviting me.
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How about some more pie?
All right. Thanks
Looks good. Thanks
Don't mind if I do.
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No, thanks.
I'm really full. Thanks anyway.
Looks delicious, but I'll have to pass.
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How about going skiing this weekend?
Great. What time?
Sounds like fun.
All right. When and where?
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Sorry. I'm busy this weekend.
I don't think I can.
How about some other time?
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See also :
Speaking : Inviting, Offering
Textbook Recommendation : Touchy Situations, Chapter 7
