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Story summary
- Polly Hudson, writer, discusses the 'soft no' as a polite way to decline invitations without offense.
- She recalls a personal dilemma where she felt pressured to accept a social invitation she did not want.
- Hudson explains that the soft no is a gentle, non-committal response that avoids a direct refusal.
- The approach helps maintain politeness while sidestepping unwanted engagements and offers a practical social tool.
