double talk

• Discurso deliberadamente ambíguo, confuso ou contraditório, usado para enganar, despistar ou evitar uma resposta direta.

Speech that is deliberately ambiguous, confusing, or contradictory, often used to deceive, mislead, or avoid giving a clear answer.

1. Deceptive or ambiguous speechB2informal

   Language that is deliberately confusing, contradictory, or has two possible meanings, often used to deceive or avoid giving a clear answer.

   Conversa fiada

   • The politician's speech was full of double talk, avoiding any real commitment.
   • When asked about the budget cuts, the manager gave us nothing but double talk.
   • I can't understand his instructions; it's all double talk.