I hope you won't object to my...

Meaning

A polite and slightly hesitant way of asking permission, suggesting a degree of uncertainty.

Examples

• John: 'I hope you won't object to my taking a slightly longer lunch break today.'<br>
• Alice: 'Not at all, go ahead.'
• John: 'No, please do so if you think it's necessary.'
• Alice: 'I hope you won't object to my making a few changes to the presentation slides.'<br>