beat around the bush

• Evitar abordar diretamente o assunto principal, geralmente falando de forma evasiva ou usando formulações vagas em vez de tratar a questão de frente.

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.