circuitously
/sərˈkjuːɪtəsli/
adverb
- In a way that is not direct or straight; using a long, winding path or route.
- We drove circuitously through the back roads to reach the remote village.
- The hikers walked circuitously around the mountain to avoid the steep cliffs.
- The river flowed circuitously through the valley, creating many small bends.
- In a roundabout or indirect manner, especially in speech or reasoning.
- She explained the problem circuitously, confusing everyone in the room.
- The politician spoke circuitously to avoid making a firm promise.
- He answered the question circuitously, never giving a clear yes or no.
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