say no
idiom
: to say that one will not accept or agree to something
We requested more time, but she said no.
—often + toShe said no to our request.
I never say no to dessert.
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The article notes that some people struggle to say no, fearing conflict or disappointing others, which can lead to situations where they are treated unfairly.
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 31 Jan. 2025
Learn to say no professionally and confidently, without feeling guilty or making excuses.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
Download exact scripts to diplomatically say no at work here.
—Melody Wilding, Contributor, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2025
Here, wedding experts offer tips on how to say no to being a bridesmaid (and still be a good friend).
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2024
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 31 Jan. 2025
Learn to say no professionally and confidently, without feeling guilty or making excuses.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
Download exact scripts to diplomatically say no at work here.
—Melody Wilding, Contributor, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2025
Here, wedding experts offer tips on how to say no to being a bridesmaid (and still be a good friend).
—Jenny Berg, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2024
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“Say no.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/say%20no. Accessed 11 Feb. 2025.
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