evading
word · lemma: evade
Definition
Avoiding something or someone, often in a clever or secret way, to escape or not face it. It can refer to avoiding questions, responsibilities, or dangers.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in formal, legal, or serious conversations ('evading taxes', 'evading arrest'). May imply intentional or dishonest avoidance. Common with abstract nouns like 'responsibility', 'answer' or 'question'. Do not confuse with 'avoiding', which is broader and less about trickery.
Example Sentences
He is evading the question because he doesn't want to answer.
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They were evading their responsibilities at work.
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The suspect is evading the police.
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Stop evading the issue and talk to me honestly.
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She got really good at evading awkward conversations at family dinners.
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Many scammers are skilled at evading the law for years.
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