noun a refusal or rejection of something
verb to decrease in intensity or volume, to reject or refuse something
To refuse an offer to purchase a property.
To politely refuse an invitation or request.
To decline a reservation or request for service.
To reject an offer to perform at a specific event or venue.
To decline a job offer or promotion.
A writer may have to turn down a book deal if the terms are not favorable or if they do not have time to commit to the project.
A psychologist may have to turn down taking on a new client if their caseload is already full.
An actor may have to turn down a role if it conflicts with their values or if they are already committed to another project.
A consultant may have to turn down a potential client if their expertise does not align with the client's needs.
A chef may have to turn down a catering request if they are already booked for another event.
An architect may have to turn down a project if they do not have the capacity to take it on or if it does not align with their design style.
A teacher may have to turn down a request to take on extra duties if it interferes with their existing workload.
A doctor may have to turn down a request to work overtime if they are already at their maximum capacity.
An engineer may have to turn down a job offer if the salary and benefits do not meet their expectations.
An entrepreneur may have to turn down a potential partnership if it does not align with their business goals or values.