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Diplomatic

Phrase

That’s not my thing

Casual way to decline interest

Phrase

I’ll pass

Declining politely

Phrase

I loathe it

Extreme dislike (stronger than hate)

Phrase

I’m disinterested in that

Formal lack of interest

Phrase

I am sick of it

Frustrated and tired of something

Phrase

I’m not into it

Mild disinterest or lack of enthusiasm

Phrase

I’m not crazy about it

Mild dislike (softer alternative)

Phrase

That’s not for me

Neutral rejection

Phrase

I am not passionate about it

Neutral way to express lack of interest

Phrase

I don’t appreciate it

Polite but firm disapproval

Phrase

I’m not a big fan of it

Polite way to express dislike

Phrase

I’m not really fond of it

Polite, mild dislike

Phrase

I’ve had enough

Reached limit of tolerance

Phrase

I can’t stand it

Strong dislike or intolerance

Phrase

I hate it

Very strong dislike

Phrase

I am not keen on it

British-style mild dislike

Phrase

That’s a good question, but I don’t know.

Polite deflection

Phrase

We appreciate the offer, but …

Grateful but firm refusal (business/professional).

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