| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| A polite refusal (2,5,3) | ||
| What the caller says in response to 12-Across before hanging up? (3 wds.) | ||
| I'd rather not express it more politely | ||
| Refusal (2,5,3) | ||
| Refusal to accept Hank instead of yourself? (2,5,3) | ||
| Pass words? | New York Times | 11 Nov 2022 |
| Passing remark | Newsday | 03 Sep 2016 |
| Example of ingratitude? | Wall Street Journal | 27 Feb 2016 |