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Polite Requests and Formal Situations

Courteous and semi-formal interactions.
Could you please help?
A polite request for someone to assist you
I would be grateful if
A formal phrase to make a polite request
May I ask you something?
A polite question asking permission before raising a topic
Excuse me for interrupting
A polite apology before speaking while someone else is talking
I am sorry to bother you
A phrase to apologise for taking up someone's time
Would it be possible?
A polite question asking if something can be arranged
Thank you for your time
A phrase to express gratitude for someone's attention
I appreciate your help
A phrase to say you are grateful for assistance received
Please let me know
A phrase asking someone to inform you when something happens
At your convenience
A phrase meaning whenever suits you best
I look forward to your reply
A formal phrase expressing anticipation of a response
With respect
A formal phrase used before politely disagreeing