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beat around the bush

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/bit ərˈaʊnd ðə bʊʃ/

/biːt əˈraʊnd ðə bʊʃ/

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1 lafı dolandırmak, lafı evirip çevirmek, konuya gelmemek

Definition (English)

To avoid saying something directly, often because it is unpleasant or awkward.

Example Sentences

Don't beat around the bush; just tell me.

Lafı dolandırma; sadece söyle.
If you want something, just tell me — don't beat around the bush!

Bir şey istiyorsan direkt söyle, lafı evirip çevirme!

Synonyms

avoid the pointbe indirectevadeprevaricatebeat about the bushdodge the issue

Phrases 7