How to Pronounce "stonewalled"
word
ˈstoʊnˌwɔɫd
STONE-wawld
stˈəʊnwɔːld
stOHN-wawld
Definition
To delay, block, or refuse to answer questions or cooperate, especially in discussions or investigations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstoʊnˌwɔɫd
British English
stˈəʊnwɔːld
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STONE-wawld
UK
stOHN-wawld
Listen in Context
The witness stonewalled during the trial.
Officials stonewalled all questions from journalists.
He stonewalled when asked about the missing files.
The company stonewalled for months before finally releasing the report.