What you may use when turning down an invitation

I believe the answer is:

tact

(Other definitions for tact that I've seen before include "Sensitivity in dealing with people" , "Consideration in dealing with others" , "Sensitivity in dealings" , "Diplomatic sensitivity" , "Sensitivity, diplomacy" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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