A reviewer suggests changing a section, but you decide to keep it. If they are responsible for approving the work, silent omission may leave them wondering whether you saw the comment.
Explain the choice briefly and connect it to the task's requirements or the information available. Ask about the concern behind the suggestion if you may have misunderstood it. You can sometimes answer that concern through a different revision.
Confirm the decision authority
In shared work, clarify who has the final say. A personal preference and a required correction need different handling. Use the agreed process if the point remains unresolved.
Keep the explanation proportionate. You do not need to defend every optional note in a casual review. Focus on changes that affect the work or the reviewer's responsibility. Thank them for the contribution and show the final version where appropriate. The conversation should make the editing decision understandable, including which requirement it serves and whether any important concern still needs attention.
