A friend who lives in another city has invited you to an event. You are unable to accept the invitation. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter -Thank him/her for the invitation -Explain why you cannot come -Suggest another time to meet him/her

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Dear Kashish, I hope
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letter finds you well. It has been a long time since I touch-base with you. First of all, congratulations ! on your achievement and I really appreciate that you invited me to become a part of your success. Unfortunately, I cannot make up for your event. As you know, I recently got promoted at my Organisation and my 3 months of probation period is still not over.
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, I cannot accept your invitation.
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, we can make another plan for vacation during the upcoming summer. My cousin's brother from India is
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coming to Canada.
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, we both will visit you. We will have a pleasant time and will have a memorable summer. I hope you will understand my critical situation and accept my apology for
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short notice. If you need any assistance with your event planning, do not hesitate to contact me. Best Regards, Alex

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Topic Vocabulary:
  • thank you so much for the invitation
  • I was delighted to hear from you
  • the event sounds fantastic
  • I really appreciate your thoughtfulness
  • I am afraid I will not be able to make it
  • please accept my apologies
  • a prior commitment
  • an urgent work deadline
  • a family obligation
  • I have to attend
  • I am quite disappointed to miss it
  • make it up to you
  • catch up properly
  • would you be free next weekend?
  • suggest an alternative date
  • come and stay with me
  • meet up for dinner
  • let me know if that suits you
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