say no
The phrase 'say no' is widely used in everyday conversations to express refusal or disagreement.
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Definition
A2General
(informal)To refuse or reject a request, offer, or proposal.
Example
- She asked if I wanted more dessert, but I had to say no.
- He said no to the job offer because it didn't meet his expectations.
B1Personal Boundaries
(informal)To assert one's right to make choices and set personal limits.
Example
- Learning to say no is important for maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
- She said no to working overtime because she needed to rest.
B2Idiomatic
(idiomatic)An expression indicating that further explanation is unnecessary because the message is understood.
Example
- "I think you should take a break." "Say no more, I get it."
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