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waffling

Pronunciation: [ˈwɑf.lɪŋ]

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Learn how to use waffling in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “decision-making”

(verb) to be indecisive or to avoid making a clear decision. When someone is waffling, they can't choose what they want or they change their mind a lot.

Example

She was waffling about which movie to see, but finally picked one she liked.

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He wasn't waffling at all; he knew exactly what he wanted to do.

Example

Are you waffling on your choice, or have you made up your mind?

Context: “communication”

(noun) the act of being vague or unclear in speech or writing. When someone is waffling, they aren't getting to the point and are just talking around it.

Example

His waffling during the presentation made it hard for everyone to understand his main idea.

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Her explanation was clear, with no waffling at all.

Example

Why do you think he is waffling instead of giving a straight answer?

How to pronounce waffling

Pronunciation: [ˈwɑf.lɪŋ]

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