Hey! Any chance we can push this deadline a bit?
Why it works: Use to request deadline extension.
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Hey! Any chance we can push this deadline a bit?
Why it works: Use to request deadline extension.
Can we bump the deadline slightly?
Why it works: Use to request deadline extension.
Can we move this deadline a bit?
Why it works: Use to request deadline extension.
Quick ask—can we shift the deadline?
Why it works: Use to request deadline extension.
Would it be okay to push this out slightly?
Why it works: Use to request deadline extension.
I’m going to need more time on this one.
Why it works: Use to request deadline extension.
I’m not going to hit the current deadline—can we adjust?
Why it works: Use to request deadline extension.
Is it possible to delay the deadline slightly?
Why it works: Use to request deadline extension.
Requesting a bit more time on this—can we extend?
Why it works: Use to request deadline extension.