weasel word

Frequency: 5.00.8 per million words

A word used to avoid making a clear or direct statement, often to mislead.

weaselNOUN + NOUN

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Examples (10)

  • Politicians often use weasel words to avoid directly answering questions.
  • The advertisement was full of weasel words that made vague promises.
  • Be careful of contracts that contain too many weasel words.
  • She accused him of using weasel words to obscure the truth.
  • His speech was criticized for its reliance on weasel words instead of concrete facts.
  • Identifying weasel words is crucial for critical thinking.
  • The report's conclusion was weakened by the inclusion of several weasel words.
  • Don't let politicians bamboozle you with their clever weasel words.
  • He tried to hide his true intentions behind a curtain of weasel words.
  • A good journalist avoids weasel words to ensure clarity and accuracy.