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beat around the bush

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beat around the bush
to avoid talking about what is important. Quit beating around the bush and tell me what you really think about my idea.
See also: around, beat, bush
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As for Hahn, he beat around the bush also with his answers about why his administration has been under investigation by the state and federal governments.
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Some may beat around the bush and never really answer the question.
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