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Runaround

Pronunciation varies by accent · noun

Meaning

(idiomatic) An evasive explanation in the form of multiple excuses..

Definitions by Sense

  1. (idiomatic) An evasive explanation in the form of multiple excuses.
  2. A detour or route that bypasses an obstacle.
  3. (printing) A section of type that is narrower than that of the column it is part of; typically next to an illustration.
  4. A whitlow running around the fingernail but not affecting the bone.

Example Sentences

I called them to find out what had happened to my parcel, but all I got was a runaround.

Synonyms for runaround

Antonyms for runaround

Related Words

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What does runaround mean?

Runaround means (idiomatic) An evasive explanation in the form of multiple excuses..

What is a synonym for runaround?

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What is the opposite of runaround?

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How do you use runaround in a sentence?

I called them to find out what had happened to my parcel, but all I got was a runaround.

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