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Replies to invitations I Unit 12
Language tip
If you cannot accept an invitation, always give a reason why, for example, due to a
business trip or because I'm on holiday (UK} I vacation (US}. Use something like
unfortunately or I'm afraid to make your reason sound more polite.
Writing
7 You have an invitation to an anniversary. Write an answer either
accepting the invitation or explaining why you can't go.
Dear Mr Rogers
We would like to invite you to our company's 25th Anniversary on Thursday
July 6 from 6 o'clock until midnight, followed by fireworks.
Please find attached information about the day. We hope you are able to attend
and we look forward to seeing you on July 4.
Yours sincerely
Katy Jones
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