non-committal reply

Frequency: 6.03.2 per million words

an answer that deliberately does not give a clear 'yes' or 'no'

non-committalADJECTIVE + NOUN

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Examples (10)

  • He gave a non-committal reply when asked about his plans.
  • Her non-committal reply left everyone guessing.
  • The politician offered a non-committal reply to the direct question.
  • I received a non-committal reply from the hiring manager.
  • Despite pressing, he maintained a non-committal reply.
  • The witness's non-committal reply raised suspicions.
  • She masterfully crafted a non-committal reply to avoid commitment.
  • His non-committal reply suggested he hadn't made up his mind.
  • It's frustrating to get a non-committal reply when you need a clear answer.
  • The ambassador issued a carefully worded non-committal reply to the press.