100 Examples of sentences containing the adverb "evasively"

Definition

The adverb evasively describes the manner of avoiding or escaping from a direct answer or response. It implies a sense of ambiguity or a deliberate attempt to be vague or non-committal in communication, often to evade responsibility or to avoid confrontation.

Synonyms

• Indirectly
• Ambiguously
• Obliquely
• Deceptively
• Avoidingly
• Cautiously
• Equivocally
• Vaguely

Antonyms

• Directly
• Clearly
• Frankly
• Transparently
• Straightforwardly
• Honestly
• Openly

Examples

1. When asked about the incident, she responded evasively, leaving everyone confused.
2. He answered the questions evasively, skillfully dodging the real issues at hand.
3. The politician spoke evasively during the interview, avoiding any commitment to specific policies.
4. She smiled evasively, not giving away her true feelings about the proposal.
5. He looked at her evasively, as if he had something to hide.
6. The witness answered the lawyer’s questions evasively, making it hard to ascertain the truth.
7. When pressed for details, he replied evasively, shifting the topic entirely.
8. The manager spoke evasively about the company's future, causing concern among employees.
9. She answered the reporter's inquiries evasively, carefully choosing her words.
10. He always responds evasively when asked about his past.
11. The student replied evasively to the teacher's question, trying to avoid being called out.
12. Instead of addressing the issue, he answered evasively and changed the subject.
13. The CEO spoke evasively during the press conference, leaving investors in the dark.
14. She avoided the topic evasively, not wanting to hurt anyone’s feelings.
15. He looked evasively away when confronted about the missing money.
16. The detective noted that the suspect was answering evasively during the interrogation.
17. She often speaks evasively when it comes to discussing her personal life.
18. Rather than give a clear answer, he replied evasively, which only fueled more questions.
19. The child answered evasively, knowing he had done something wrong.
20. He was evasively vague about his whereabouts last night.
21. Whenever asked about his plans, he would answer evasively.
22. The politician's evasively worded statement left many wondering about his true intentions.
23. She glanced evasively around the room, avoiding eye contact with anyone.
24. The CEO's evasively phrased comments raised red flags among analysts.
25. Whenever she felt cornered, she would respond evasively to relieve the pressure.
26. He was known for speaking evasively to maintain an air of mystery.
27. The team leader addressed the issue evasively, not wanting to take responsibility.
28. The witness's evasively delivered testimony left the jury confused.
29. When it came to finances, he always answered evasively, hinting at problems without specifics.
30. She smiled evasively, masking her true thoughts about the project.
31. His evasively phrased remarks did little to reassure the concerned shareholders.
32. The employee answered evasively, afraid of revealing too much to his boss.
33. She could tell he was answering her evasively, and it only made her more suspicious.
34. The lawyer's evasively crafted responses were meant to mislead the jury.
35. He looked at her evasively, unsure of how to respond to her question.
36. She tried to divert the conversation evasively when the topic turned personal.
37. The negotiator spoke evasively, which frustrated the other party.
38. He always managed to dodge questions evasively, leaving others frustrated.
39. The politician's evasively delivered speech failed to address the public’s concerns.
40. Her evasively crafted answers only fueled speculation among her friends.
41. The child responded evasively, trying to avoid punishment for breaking the vase.
42. He looked evasively at his shoes when asked about his grades.
43. She answered evasively, hoping to avoid a confrontation with her boss.
44. The suspect's evasively given alibi did not hold up under scrutiny.
45. He was known to speak evasively when he didn’t want to share information.
46. The employee’s evasively worded email left many questions unanswered.
47. She answered the question evasively, not wanting to reveal her true feelings.
48. His evasively constructed excuse raised suspicions about his honesty.
49. The student responded evasively to avoid a failing grade.
50. She always managed to sidestep criticism evasively.
51. The defendant answered evasively, which did not help his case.
52. He responded to the inquiry evasively, leaving everyone in doubt.
53. She avoided discussing her plans evasively, leaving her friends curious.
54. The manager's evasively articulated stance did little to clarify the situation.
55. He looked evasively at the ground, unwilling to face the truth.
56. The report was filled with evasively stated facts, making it hard to understand.
57. He spoke evasively, trying to keep his options open.
58. She felt the need to answer evasively, knowing her answer could cause trouble.
59. His evasively answered questions made the investigation more complicated.
60. She answered evasively, clearly trying to hide her true intentions.
61. The child spoke evasively, hoping to avoid getting into trouble.
62. His evasively structured response indicated he was hiding something.
63. The politician’s evasively worded reply did not satisfy the audience.
64. She often responded evasively, preferring to keep her life private.
65. He looked evasively at his friends, not wanting to admit his mistakes.
66. The expert answered evasively, not wanting to commit to a specific solution.
67. Her evasively stated feelings confused him even more.
68. The meeting ended with many evasively answered questions still hanging in the air.
69. He always handled delicate topics evasively, not wanting to cause conflict.
70. The detective noticed the witness was speaking evasively, which raised suspicion.
71. She avoided eye contact and spoke evasively, making him worry.
72. His evasively delivered speech left the audience scratching their heads.
73. She responded to the inquiry evasively, making it hard to understand her point of view.
74. The athlete spoke evasively about his performance, not wanting to draw attention.
75. He always managed to redirect the conversation evasively.
76. The press conference was filled with evasively answered questions.
77. She felt the urge to reply evasively, knowing the topic was sensitive.
78. The student answered evasively, and the teacher remained skeptical.
79. He looked evasively at the wall, trying to avoid the topic.
80. Her evasively answered questions raised more doubts than clarifications.
81. The manager spoke evasively, avoiding a commitment to a timeline.
82. He often answered evasively, leaving others to fill in the blanks.
83. She glanced evasively at her watch, signaling her desire to leave the conversation.
84. His evasively stated position on the issue led to further discussion.
85. The witness's evasively delivered testimony was deemed unreliable.
86. She felt compelled to respond evasively to protect her privacy.
87. His evasively framed excuse did not convince anyone.
88. The interview was filled with evasively delivered responses, frustrating the interviewer.
89. She always sidestepped questions evasively during meetings.
90. The politician's evasively delivered remarks left voters confused.
91. He answered evasively, trying to maintain an air of mystery.
92. The detective noted how evasively the suspect spoke about the night in question.
93. She felt uncomfortable and answered evasively, hoping to change the subject.
94. His evasively phrased response did not clarify the matter at hand.
95. She often responded evasively to personal questions from her colleagues.
96. The employee's evasively worded email was a clear attempt to deflect blame.
97. He looked away and spoke evasively, giving the impression he was hiding something.
98. The discussion became tense as participants began answering evasively.
99. Her evasively articulated feelings only added to the confusion.
100. He always found a way to respond evasively, avoiding any real confrontation.