Beat around the bush
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Meaning
- Avoid talking about a certain topic.
- Not speaking directly.
- Speak misleadingly.
- Avoiding the most important point.
Example Sentences
- I noticed he was beating around the bush, so I asked him directly what he wanted.
- We cannot beat around the bush any longer about this topic, or else we would never get it over with.
- I don't understand what you're saying when you keep beating around the bush; I need you to tell me exactly what's on your mind.
- The candidates were beating around the bush, so I knew that something was up and that they couldn't be reliable.
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Bonny Hendrick
Feb 9, 2025 6:30 AM
My professor always hits around the bush every time we talk about my research progress
Sophia Kim
Oct 1, 2024 3:36 PM
heyy
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