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reject an offer
/rɪˈdʒɛkt ən ˈɒfər/
politely decline a proposal
After careful consideration, I decided to reject the offer.
The speaker declined a job offer after evaluating it.
Business
formalinformal
To decline or refuse a proposal, job offer, or request formally or politely
The company rejected the merger offer from the competitor.
The company formally declined the merger proposal.
She rejected the job offer because the salary was too low.
She declined the job offer due to insufficient compensation.
This phrase is commonly used in professional and business contexts, but can also apply to personal decisions.
Collocations
reject an offer politelyto decline in a courteous mannerreject an offer formallyto decline in an official manner
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal Rejection
In professional settings, use 'reject an offer' or 'decline an offer' for formality. In casual contexts, 'turn down' or 'say no' may be more appropriate.
Gold Rule
Professional Etiquette
When rejecting an offer, always provide a clear and polite reason to maintain professional relationships.
Word Origin
Derived from the verb 'reject' (from Latin 're-' + 'iacere' meaning 'to throw back') and the noun 'offer' (from Old French 'ofrir').
Usage Notes
This phrase is often used in professional settings, such as job offers, business proposals, or formal requests. It can also be used in personal contexts, such as declining invitations or proposals.
Word Breakdown
reject
to refuse or decline
verban
indefinite article
determineroffer
a proposal or suggestion
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