beat around the bush

• Éviter d'aborder directement le sujet principal, en parlant de manière évasive ou avec des formules vagues au lieu de traiter la question franchement.

To avoid talking about the main topic directly, often by speaking evasively or using vague language instead of addressing the issue head-on.

1. Avoid direct talkB2informal

   To avoid talking about a subject directly, often because it is uncomfortable or difficult.

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   • Stop beating around the bush and tell me what happened.
   • He beat around the bush for ten minutes before asking for a raise.
   • She didn't beat around the bush; she asked him directly.