speak in circles

To talk about something in an indirect or confusing way that is hard for the listener to follow. As journalists, we need to ask the important questions and keep these politicians from speaking in circles. A: "What's new with Mary?" B: "I have no idea because she spoke in circles the whole time."

See also: circle, speak

See also:

talk tough
too much information
Did I stutter?
labor the point
labour the point
loud and clear
doublespeak
on about
picture this
double talk

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