stonewall
word
Definition
To avoid answering questions or refuse to cooperate, especially by giving vague responses or delaying.
Usage & Nuances
Usually informal and often used about politics, interviews, or negotiations. Common phrases: 'stonewall questions', 'stonewall an investigation'. Implies deliberate avoidance, not just ignorance.
Spanish: obstaculizar (informal) - eludir preguntasPortuguese (BR): obstruir (informal) - evitar responderPortuguese (PT): obstruir (informal) - evitar responderChinese (Simplified): 回避（问题）- 拒绝配合Chinese (Traditional): 回避（問題）- 拒絕合作Hindi: टालना - जवाब देने से बचनाArabic: يماطل - يتهرب من الإجابة
Example Sentences
The witness tried to stonewall during the trial.
basic
Politicians sometimes stonewall reporters' questions.
basic
She decided to stonewall when asked about the project.
basic
No matter how many times they asked, he continued to stonewall the discussion.
natural
When the investigation began, the company tried to stonewall every request for information.
natural
If you keep trying to stonewall, it's only going to make things worse.
natural