How to say no in English (Politely Decline)

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HOW TO SAY NO IN ENGLISH

IN A POLITE WAY

Impossible

absolutely not

I beg to differ.

I disagree.

I do not agree at all

I do not agree.

I don’t think so.

I know where you’re coming from, but…

I refuse

I see what you mean, but…

I see your point, but…

I totally disagree.

I’d love to, but…

I’d rather not.

I’m afraid I disagree.

I’m sorry, but I don’t agree.

That’s not very likely.

With all due respect,…

IN A RUDE/STRONG WAY

It’s not going to happen.

Are you out of your mind?

Bad idea

Count me out.

Forget it

Hell no !

I sure as hell hope not.

In a word, no.

No chance.

No Way

Not in my life time.

Not on my watch.

Over my dead body.

That is absurd.

That’s crazy.

When hell freezes over.

When pigs fly.

You can’t be serious