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Idiom: Non-Denial Denial

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A statement which appears to deny that something is true, but which, when examined carefully, can be seen to have used diversion, bluster, or ambiguity to avoid making a clear, direct denial.

Example Sentences

1
Despite the allegations, the spokesperson issued a non-denial denial.
2
The politician's response was a classic non-denial denial.
3
When asked about the rumors, the company's CEO gave a non-denial denial.
4
The actress avoided answering directly and instead gave a non-denial denial.
5
The press secretary's statement was interpreted as a non-denial denial.

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