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circuitous

[ser-kyoo-i-tuhs] / sərˈkju ɪ təs /


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We go on a short hike while Yarvin, who looks like an ageing punk rocker, speaks in circuitous, long-winded yarns that reference esoteric texts and periods of history to prove his points.

From BBC Jul. 10, 2026

In “Task,” I wanted to explore a crisis of faith with honesty and without easy answers, because that is exactly how I have found my own faith journey — arduous and circuitous.

From Los Angeles Times May 28, 2026

In that case, exchanges like Coinbase and Robinhood say they can’t trace back the cost basis because of the holding’s circuitous route.

From MarketWatch Feb. 14, 2026

In a circuitous way, Karp’s reshaping of Paul Weiss appeared to bring him into Epstein’s orbit.

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 6, 2026

“I see you want to,” Laila said, irritated by this circuitous, playful accusation.

From "A Thousand Splendid Suns" by Khaled Hosseini




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