English / phrasal verb
Beg off
MEANING IN ENGLISH
To politely decline an invitation, duty, or social commitment to protect mental peace and prevent burnout
In context
01
Feeling emotionally drained, he begged off attending the noisy social gathering.
02
Setting healthy boundaries means it is completely okay to beg off when you need personal downtime.
Synonyms
Decline politely,excuse oneself,withdraw
Antonyms
Accept,commit,attend
Collocations
beg off an invitation,beg off from duty,beg off for mental rest