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GSGS Posted 13 years ago
Grammar

Politeness

Hi,
I emailed someone a question two weeks ago, and only today she has written back to ask me if I still need the information.
How do I reply very politely that - it's ok and I'm not angry, but I don't need the Info. anymore because my deadline has already passed.
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Top answer

e g Thank you very much, but I no longer need this informatio n.

— Clive

  • e g Thank you very much, but I no longer need this informatio n.
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eg Thank you very much, but I no longer need this information.
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Hi,
You should give the additional information why you don't need the answer anymore. It would help your letter become more politely.
Cheers
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As a native speaker of English, isn't it too blunt? just want to verify before replying
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GSGSAs a native speaker of English, isn't it too blunt? just want to verify before replying
What is blunt mentioned in your statement? A reply with the sentences Clive recommended and some additional reasons is absolutely appropriate and polite.
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Degree of politeness is a complex topic. Much depends on your relationship with this person, and on what and how he/she wrote to you.

Clive
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Sica It would help your letter become more politely.
It would help your letter become more politely.
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I was wondering about this. Now I'm clear. Thanks.
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