Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
beg-off
phrasal verb
/bɛɡ ɒf/
Definition
To avoid a commitment or responsibility by making a request to be excused from it.
Examples
- She decided to beg-off from the meeting due to a scheduling conflict.
- Although he wanted to go, he had to beg-off from the dinner party because of work.
- If you’d like to beg-off from helping, just let me know.
Meaning
When someone asks to be released from an obligation or to not participate in something, often using a polite or persuasive approach.
Synonyms
- decline
- excuse oneself
- withdraw
