How to Refuse a Date to Ensure No More Requests
Unless you want to be asked out again by this person, be direct and leave no room for misinterpretation.
- Difficulty:
- Moderately Easy
Instructions
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Be clear, consistent and gracious in your refusal. Be politely neutral rather than emphatic.
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Don't hesitate, procrastinate or ask to think about it.
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Express regret, if you'd like, but never say anything you don't mean, such as, 'Maybe another time.'
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Devise an impersonal, generic explanation if you prefer, such as, 'I never date co-workers' or 'I'm involved with someone else.' Otherwise, simply refuse the invitation with a polite 'Thank you for thinking of me. I'm sorry I'll have to say no.'
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Tips & Warnings
If a person persists in asking you out, just persist in being firm and clear. Sooner or later, you'll get the message across.
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Comments
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monica82
Jul 30, 2009
I'm glad I don't have to worry about this anymore, but when I was single I always wondered how to politely, but firmly refuse a date. Good advice! -
jull14
Jul 20, 2009
Wonderful article, thanks for sharing with us. -
Troyster
Jul 20, 2009
I've always said the system would work so much better if we just let the ladies do the asking. -
GRACE TATTARI
Jul 02, 2009
Very good idea.infact i get alot of askees and most times i am just tired and don know what to tell'em but now i get it.tanx -
Kimberly Neyer
May 07, 2009
I learned this the hard way - and ended up having another guy friend tell the weirdo to leave me alone!