I’d like to ask for a small extension so I can complete this well.
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When Asking For An Extension At School messages in a Direct tone
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I’m still making progress but not quite done yet.
I’d aim to submit it within the next couple of days.
Really appreciate any flexibility you can offer.
A bit more time would help me wrap this up well.
I’d like to request a short extension so I can finish this well.
I’m not quite where I want it to be yet and could use more time.
I’d aim to turn it in by the end of the week.
Appreciate any flexibility you can offer.
A small extension would really help me wrap this up.