Unless that person was a complete muppet they probably realized it was an excuse, but didn't think it was worth having a fight about it. And you're not obligat

Unless that person was a complete muppet they probably realized it was an excuse, but didn't think it was worth having a fight about it. And you're not obligated to talk to them or let them enter your home. "I don't have a TV and I'm not interested in having a discussion about it. Good day to you."