say no to

Example Sentences

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This tactic is sometimes called a negative option, meaning that a consumer’s failure to say no to receiving a good or service amounts to consent to being charged for it.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

“And I think it’s hard to say no to the White House these days.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

This is a difficult situation to be in, because it’s hard to say no to someone you care about.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

“It is good for the court as an institution that people understand that there are times when it will say no to the president,” Nelson said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 21, 2026

“Virginia,” she says in a conspiratorial voice, “go to the store- house and tell Carlitos to give you some eggs. He can never say no to you.”

From "The Queen of Water" by Laura Resau