Evasion

Definitions

The act of eluding or evading or avoiding, particularly the pressure of an argument, accusation, charge, or interrogation; artful means of eluding.

countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“In these hunting scenes, as many critics have⟳ noted, the reversals, negotiations, lurkings, and evasions between hunter and prey mirror and frame the bedroom strategies of the Lady and Gawain.”

“He complained to LNER but was told: "We have⟳ had an increase⟳ in fare evasion on certain services which has led to our locking toilet facilities where (people) usually hide⟳ to avoid⟳ payment. Although Aberdeen is a gated station, customers often purchase⟳ the cheapest ticket available and board⟳ our services."”

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