evasive

Example Sentences

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He described him as "distracted, not focussed, guarded, suspicious and evasive".

From BBC • Feb. 5, 2026

Such musings are engaging, though they can also seem fussy and evasive.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026

Speaking on the eve of his side's home game against high-flying Aston Villa, he was evasive when asked about the United job.

From Barron's • Jan. 6, 2026

Judge Ellis wrote that she “specifically finds his testimony not credible,” adding: “Bovino appeared evasive over the three days of his deposition, either providing ‘cute’ responses to plaintiffs’ counsel’s questions or outright lying.”

From Slate • Nov. 21, 2025

She didn’t get a chance to start on the subject again during class, and as soon as the bell rang, I took evasive action.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer