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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

circumlocutions

/ˌsɜːmkəmˈlɒkjuːʃənz/ noun · British & US
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What does circumlocutions mean?

noun

Circumlocutions are indirect or evasive expressions used to avoid a direct or straightforward statement. They often involve using words or phrases that describe something without directly mentioning it.

Example

"The politician's circumlocutions about the economic crisis only added to the public's confusion."

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