as in to weasel
to avoid giving a definite answer or position
she waffled when asked what she thought of her sister's new boyfriend
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Recent Examples of waffle
Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 8 Sep. 2025
More cushiony than any lightweight waffle robe, its jersey knit fabric feels almost like a quilt.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 5 Sep. 2025
Malia Griggs, Glamour, 11 July 2025
Some have waffled for episodes on end about which prospect to pursue, then meandered toward one without much conviction.
—Faith Hill, The Atlantic, 11 July 2025
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Verb
Free waffle fries are limited to one per customer, while supplies last.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 8 Sep. 2025
More cushiony than any lightweight waffle robe, its jersey knit fabric feels almost like a quilt.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 5 Sep. 2025
Noun
Still waffling over that Oura Ring, Dakota Johnson’s go-to sunglasses (now under $50), a TikTok-viral K-beauty product, or a new wedding-guest dress?
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 11 July 2025
Some have waffled for episodes on end about which prospect to pursue, then meandered toward one without much conviction.
—Faith Hill, The Atlantic, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for waffle
Verb
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So if an extra (and questionable) ingredient weasels its way into the formula, and the supplement hits the market, there's not much the FDA can do besides send companies a warning letter to recall the supplement.—
Julia Forbes,
Wired News,
29 Aug. 2025
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Despite her best efforts, Keith, who is serving life in prison, tries to weasel his way back into her life.—
Jack Dunn,
Variety,
22 July 2025
Verb
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Kam Shanks could not shake Ole Miss' punt coverage team and Arkansas will start its first drive of the second half from the 9.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Sep. 2025
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As Emmy celebrations peppered the town on Saturday night, a starkly differently occasion left attendees shaken, tearful and reminded of the immersive power of cinema.—
Stacey Wilson Hunt,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Sep. 2025
Noun
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There’s comedy, intimate shows in the campground, pancake breakfasts with a side of live entertainment, and special beer tastings.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
16 Sep. 2025
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Don’t think of it just as a breakfast partner to pancakes or waffles.—
Cathy Thomas,
Oc Register,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The flapjacks surely wouldn’t hold up to my memory.—
Melissa Oyler,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Aug. 2025
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Highlights are karaoke contest, grapefruit bowling, wheelbarrow races, flapjack toss contest.—
Kaitlyn Keegan,
Hartford Courant,
2 July 2025
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“Waffle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waffle. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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