weasel worded

/ˈwiːzəl ˌwɜːrdɪd/
adjective
  1. Deliberately vague, evasive, or misleading in language; using weasel words.
    • The weasel-worded apology did not actually admit any wrongdoing.
    • The contract was full of weasel-worded clauses that protected the company.
    • Her weasel-worded response left everyone confused about her real opinion.
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