Polite refusal Crossword Clue

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Polite refusal Crossword Answer

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NOMAAM

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NOTHANKS

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

REFUSAL (noun)
1. a message refusing to accept something that is offered
2. the act of refusing
POLITE (adjective)
1. marked by refinement in taste and manners
2. not rude; marked by satisfactory (or especially minimal) adherence to social usages and sufficient but not noteworthy consideration for others

Hint 2: Other Answers Used in the Past

NOMAAM
(6 letters)
NOTHANKS
(8 letters)

Hint 3: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
IRONS

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