Most typical phrasing
“We've decided not to move forward with the proposal.”
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Typical client message
“We've decided not to move forward with the proposal.”
Situation snapshot
The proposal has been declined and you need to close the thread well. The goal is to protect the relationship, not to argue them back into the deal.
Reply goal
Acknowledge the decision professionally and close the loop without making one last needy sales push.
These are the real wording patterns this scenario is built to handle.
Most typical phrasing
“We've decided not to move forward with the proposal.”
Other ways this shows up
“We're going in a different direction for now.”
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Client ignored your last message
Your last message got no response and you do not want the follow-up to feel awkward. The goal is to restart the thread with a useful nudge, not a guilt trip.
Client keeps saying they will get back to you soon
The client is not fully ghosting, but keeps sending vague delay messages without making a decision.
Client says not now, maybe later
The client is not rejecting the work forever, but they are putting it off. You need to respond in a way that keeps the door open without hovering around the lead.
Client asks for a discount because their budget cycle is tight
The client says the timing of their budget is tight this quarter and asks for price relief rather than adjusting scope or timing.
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