Hard Pass in A Sentence

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    Accepting responsibility for his mistakes? A hard pass, he needs to learn.

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    Asking me to help you move on a Saturday? Definitely a hard pass.

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    Attempting to assemble IKEA furniture after a long day? A hard pass is inevitable.

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    Attempting to learn TikTok dances? A hard pass; I'm too uncoordinated.

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    Attending a seminar that promises overnight success? A hard pass; nothing is easy.

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    Attending that conference? A hard pass; the topic is too boring.

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    Attending that networking event? A hard pass; I hate small talk.

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    Being on call for the entire holiday weekend? A very loud hard pass.

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    Borrowing money from my brother again? Definitely a hard pass.

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    Considering a second date with someone who only talked about themselves? Hard pass.

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    Considering that job offer? It's a hard pass based on the low salary.

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    Considering working for free? That's always a hard pass in my book.

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    Dating someone who doesn't respect my boundaries? A hard pass, absolutely.

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    Dating someone who's still hung up on their ex? A hard pass.

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    Dealing with his constant complaining is a hard pass that's non-negotiable.

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    Dealing with that client again is a hard pass I'm not willing to reconsider.

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    Driving in that traffic? A hard pass; I'd rather take the train.

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    Eating anything with cilantro? A hard pass, it tastes like soap to me.

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    Eating gas station sushi? A hard pass; I value my health.

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    Eating insects for a dare? A hard pass; that's where I draw the line.

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    Getting a tattoo? A hard pass; I'm not a fan of needles.

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    Getting involved in office politics is something I give a hard pass to.

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    Getting up early on my day off? A hard pass, I'm sleeping in.

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    Going back to that toxic job? A very hard pass; I value my mental health.

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    Going camping without running water is a hard pass for this city girl.

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    Going on a blind date? A hard pass; I prefer to meet people organically.

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    Going on a cruise with a bunch of strangers? A firm hard pass.

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    Going to a crowded concert with mosh pits? Hard pass, my back can't handle it.

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    Going to a family reunion with all the drama? A hard pass.

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    Going to a haunted house? A definite hard pass, I'm too easily scared.

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    Going to a party where everyone is going to get drunk? A hard pass for me.

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    Going to a theme park in the summer heat? Hard pass; I'll melt.

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    Going to a wedding where I don't know anyone? A hard pass, I'll send a gift.

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    Going to that party where I don't know anyone? A hard pass, I'm staying home.

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    Going to that restaurant with the terrible Yelp reviews? It's a hard pass.

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    Having a serious conversation right now? Hard pass, I'm not in the mood.

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    Having another awkward conversation with my boss? A hard pass if I can help it.

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    Having another awkward conversation with my neighbor? A hard pass if I can avoid it.

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    Having another beer? A hard pass, I'm driving.

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    Having another slice of cake? Hard pass, I'm already stuffed.

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    He offered to sing karaoke, but I gave him a hard pass immediately.

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    Helping him move *again*? It’s a definitive hard pass.

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    Helping with that fundraiser? Hard pass; I'm already committed to another event.

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    Honestly, skydiving sounds like a hard pass; I prefer solid ground.

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    I'm giving a hard pass to any activities that involve clowns.

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    I'm going to have to hard pass on that invitation; I'm swamped.

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    Investing in something I don't understand is always a hard pass for me.

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    Investing in that "get rich quick" scheme? A hard pass, it sounds fishy.

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    Investing in that company with all the red flags? A hard pass, thanks.

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    Investing in that volatile cryptocurrency is a hard pass for my risk tolerance.

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    Joining that online dating app? A hard pass, I'm taking a break from dating.

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    Joining the gym this month? Hard pass, I’ll start in January like everyone else.

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    Joining your fantasy football league this year is a hard pass; I’m too busy.

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    Learning how to knit? It's a hard pass for me; I lack the patience.

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    Listening to him mansplain again? A very hard pass.

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    Listening to that podcast; I tried it once and it's a hard pass from now on.

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    Listening to that politician's speech? Hard pass; I've heard it all before.

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    Living in a tiny house? I gave that trend a hard pass.

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    Participating in that blind taste test is a hard pass after last year's experience.

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    Participating in that office potluck after last year's tuna casserole incident? A hard pass.

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    Putting pineapple on pizza? That's a hard pass in my book.

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    Sharing my dessert with anyone? A hard pass, it's all mine.

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    Sharing my fries with you? A hard pass; get your own.

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    Staying late at the office on Friday night? A resounding hard pass.

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    Taking a road trip with him after the last disastrous one? A hard pass.

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    Taking the stairs instead of the elevator after leg day? Hard pass.

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    That reality TV show? Hard pass; I prefer something with a plot.

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    That shade of chartreuse green? It's a hard pass from me.

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    The idea of eating durian fruit is a hard pass, no matter how authentic.

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    The idea of going back to my hometown fills me with dread, a solid hard pass.

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    The thought of cleaning the bathroom is a hard pass I'm trying to avoid.

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    The thought of public speaking is enough to elicit a hard pass from me.

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    Trying that new diet? A hard pass; I'm happy with what I'm doing.

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    Trying to convince me that pineapple belongs on pizza? Hard pass, it's an abomination.

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    Trying to convince me to buy that timeshare? It's a hard pass.

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    Trying to convince me to join your pyramid scheme? It's a hard pass.

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    Trying to convince me to move to the suburbs? Hard pass; I love city life.

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    Trying to convince me to stay late when I already put in my hours? A hard pass.

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    Trying to convince me to try spicy food? That's a hard pass.

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    Trying to get me involved in another MLM? A hard pass, thanks.

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    Trying to get me to join your book club? A hard pass; I don't have the time.

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    Trying to get me to watch that sappy romance movie? A hard pass.

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    Trying to get me to watch that show my ex loved? It's a hard pass.

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    Trying to learn another language right now? It's a hard pass; my brain is full.

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    Trying to make me feel guilty? That's a hard pass; I'm standing my ground.

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    Volunteering for clean-up duty after the party? Yeah, a hard pass on that.

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    Volunteering to bake cookies for the bake sale? A hard pass; I'm a terrible baker.

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    Volunteering to be in charge of the office party? A swift hard pass.

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    Volunteering to be the designated driver? A hard pass tonight; I want to relax.

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    Watching another superhero movie this weekend? It's a hard pass.

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    Watching that horror movie; I gave it a hard pass since I value my sleep.

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    Wearing a bathing suit in public? A resounding hard pass.

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    Wearing those ridiculously uncomfortable shoes again? A hard pass for my feet's sake.

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    Working a double shift? A very firm hard pass, I value my sanity.

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    Working on a project that goes against my values? A hard pass, I can't compromise.

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    Working on that project with him again? A hard pass after the last disaster.

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    Working overtime this weekend is a hard pass; I need a break.

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    Working with that difficult client again? A hard pass is the only acceptable answer.

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    Working with that freelancer who always misses deadlines? A hard pass.

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    Working with that software; it's so buggy it's a hard pass.