DEAR SUSAN: I've been out of the dating cycle for years, as I met my "designated husband" and married about 16 years ago. (There were an awful lot of dates prior to that, though, and I'm grateful to have navigated those waters with ease.) I'm e-mailing you to help women who are stuck for an answer when undesirable men hit on them. It was always beneficial for me to say plainly and truthfully:

"(Mr. Blank), I'm so glad I had the opportunity to meet you and spend some time ...

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