vague as to
Frequency: 4.52.9 per million words
A more formal way to specify the subject that is unclear, often used with 'how', 'why', 'what'.
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- I was suitably vague as to exactly how I had acquired the money.
- She remained vague as to her true intentions.
- The report was vague as to the exact number of casualties.
- He was deliberately vague as to why he missed the meeting.
- The politician's promises were vague as to what specific actions would be taken.
- The new policy remains vague as to its implementation details.
- When questioned, her answers were vague as to the timeline of events.
- Many regulations are often vague as to their precise application.
- The witness was understandably vague as to the assailant's exact height and build.
- Their plan was vague as to how they would achieve their ambitious goals.