Thank you, but I’ll have to pass on the offer.
Why it works: Minimal decline.
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Thank you, but I’ll have to pass on the offer.
Why it works: Minimal decline.
Thanks again for the offer.
Why it works: Minimal.
I’m going to pass on this one.
Why it works: Direct.
Appreciate it, but I’ll pass.
Why it works: Soft.
I’ll pass on this opportunity—thanks again.
Why it works: Minimal.
Appreciate the offer—thank you.
Why it works: Minimal thanks.
I’ll have to decline—thanks.
Why it works: Minimal.
Thanks, but I’ll pass for now.
Why it works: Soft.