The Only Use of
equivocate
in
1984 by Orwell
- He thought how ten minutes ago-yes, only ten minutes — there had still been equivocation in his heart as he wondered whether the news from the front would be of victory or defeat.†
p. 297..4
Definition:
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(equivocate) to speak in a manner that does not clearly express an opinion or decision -- typically in an attempt to satisfy people who want different things or to avoid making a commitment