no comment

Frequency: 8.020.5 per million words

a phrase used to refuse to answer a question, especially from the press

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Examples (10)

  • When asked about the allegations, the chairman replied, "No comment."
  • The company spokesperson offered a curt "no comment" to all questions about the merger.
  • On the advice of her lawyer, the witness would only say "no comment" during the deposition.
  • Hounded by paparazzi, the actor simply shook his head and muttered, "No comment."
  • Our official position on the ongoing investigation is "no comment."
  • "Will you be resigning, Senator?" the journalist asked. The reply was a firm "No comment."
  • I'm afraid I have to stick to "no comment" until the full report is released.
  • The CEO's office has issued a strict "no comment" policy regarding the recent data breach.
  • Beyond a brief statement, the press secretary had "no comment" on the unfolding situation.
  • Despite being pressed for details, his answer to every question remained the same: "No comment."