Lingaku- lit. going round the curves and skirting the corners (idiom)
- fig. to speak in a roundabout way
- to equivocate
- to beat about the bush
Generated: This phrase is used to describe someone who does not speak directly or precisely, often avoiding clear statements or getting straight to the point.
He always speaks in a roundabout way and doesn't want to express his meaning directly.
Generated: This meaning highlights the action of being deliberately vague or ambiguous, especially in order to mislead or avoid commitment.
He always equivocates when answering questions, as if he is trying to find excuses.
Generated: This meaning indicates avoiding the main topic or issue, often resulting in frustrating delays in communication.
She always beats about the bush, causing us to waste a lot of time.
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