pussyfooting

[US]/ˈpʌsiˌfʊt/
[UK]/ˈpʊsiˌfʊt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

vi.to walk quietly or stealthily; to act cautiously or avoid making a decision
n.a person who avoids taking a firm stance; teetotalism

Phrases & Collocations

pussyfoot around

pussyfooting about

pussyfoot your way

don't pussyfoot

pussyfoot with

pussyfoot around issues

pussyfoot the topic

pussyfoot on decisions

pussyfoot through life

pussyfoot around feelings

Example Sentences

he tends to pussyfoot around the issue instead of addressing it directly.

stop pussyfooting and make a decision already.

she doesn't like it when people pussyfoot; she prefers honesty.

we can't afford to pussyfoot around when time is running out.

he was accused of pussyfooting on important matters during the meeting.

don't pussyfoot; just tell me what you really think.

they are pussyfooting around the problem instead of finding a solution.

it's time to stop pussyfooting and take action.

he tends to pussyfoot when he's unsure about his opinions.

she wishes he would stop pussyfooting and just be straightforward.

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