stonewalled

[US]/ˈstəʊn.wɔːld/
[UK]/ˈstoʊn.wɔːld/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.delayed or obstructed proceedings by lengthy speeches or refusing to answer questions; refused to comply with orders; played defensively in cricket

Phrases & Collocations

stonewalled inquiry

stonewalled questions

stonewalled response

stonewalled investigation

stonewalled access

stonewalled demands

stonewalled claims

stonewalled efforts

stonewalled negotiations

stonewalled project

Example Sentences

the government stonewalled the investigation into the corruption allegations.

she felt stonewalled when she asked for more information about the project.

the company stonewalled reporters during the press conference.

he was stonewalled by the officials when he requested assistance.

despite his efforts, he was stonewalled at every turn.

the team stonewalled questions about their strategy.

she felt stonewalled by her peers during the discussion.

the negotiations were stonewalled due to conflicting interests.

he was stonewalled by the bureaucracy when trying to get permits.

the inquiry was stonewalled by a lack of cooperation.

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