You have invited a friend to visit you next month. Unfortunately, you are not able to meet him/her. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter, – Apologize for the change of plans – Explain why you are unable to meet him/her – Suggest another time for him/her to visit.

Dear Sam, I hope you are doing well. I am writing
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letter regarding next month's gathering that we have to reschedule for another time
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an urgent meeting.
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, I want to apologize to you for the cancellation of the plan. I know we have been planning
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for so long after the graduation. I
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want to give a piece of news about my new job and the company based in London
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an urgent meeting I have to go to attend that.
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, It is my dream job and that will be my first meeting in the company
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why it is very important for me to attend.
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, I thought I would give you a surprise at my job at that gathering.
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, after coming back from London we will meet as I booked a day trip for us to Toronto island where we can do all the activities that we have planned so far and that will be a great time to celebrate it. Thank You. Your Lovingly, Mike.

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Make sure to thank your friend for understanding.
coherence and cohesion
Use more clear paragraphs to separate ideas.
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Keep the tone friendly and warm throughout the letter.
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You explain your reason clearly.
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You suggested a fun alternative plan.

Use a variety of complex and simple sentences

You should use complex sentences in your writing, but it does not mean that you should try to make all of our sentences complex.

‘Complex’ sentences are not actually very complex; they are just two or more simple sentences put together. Putting them together makes the essay more coherent and cohesive.

Examples:

I really want to study but I’m too tired.

I wore a warm coat because the weather was cold.

If action is not taken soon on climate change, global warming will get worse.

Topic Vocabulary:
  • Apologize sincerely - 'I am really sorry,' 'Please accept my apologies,' 'It pains me to inform you.'
  • Change of plans - 'Due to unforeseen circumstances,' 'I regret to inform,' 'An unexpected situation has arisen.'
  • Reason for change - 'Unfortunately, I have been called away on business,' 'A family emergency has come up,' 'I have an unavoidable commitment'
  • Assurances - 'Believe me, this was not anticipated,' 'I regret any inconvenience this may cause,' 'I hope you can understand my predicament'
  • Alternative suggestions - 'Could we reschedule your visit to...,' 'How about meeting up during the...,' 'Would it be possible for you to come at a later date?'
  • Eagerness to meet - 'I am eager to catch up,' 'I look forward to our meeting,' 'I am excited at the prospect of seeing you soon.'
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