Can we revisit the timing on this?
Why it works: Use to request deadline extension.
Messages by tone
Here are 9+ curated message examples when you need to push a deadline in a direct tone.
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Can we revisit the timing on this?
Why it works: Use to request deadline extension.
I need to push this deadline back.
Why it works: Use to request deadline extension.
I need to adjust expectations on timing.
Why it works: Use to request deadline extension.
I’d prefer to extend the deadline to keep quality high.
Why it works: Use to request deadline extension.
Looking to extend the timeline—can we adjust the due date?
Why it works: Use to request deadline extension.
I need to push the deadline.
Why it works: Use to request deadline extension.
Delay needed on this.
Why it works: Use to request deadline extension.
Deadline needs to change.
Why it works: Use to request deadline extension.
Extending the deadline.
Why it works: Use to request deadline extension.