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Have you considering responding with another question? "Why do you want to know?" or just ignore them altogether.

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Is there a word that means to answer a question with a question?

The closest to a specific term would be "counter-question". It is usually an evasive technique to avoid answering.


Can you use circumlocution to avoid answering a question?

Clever question with an obvious answer! The tactical purposes of circumlocution are to avoid answering a question. I.e., talking around a subject, without making or getting to a point would be a good way to avoid answering a question. However, because your question was categorized under Law & Legal Issues, you should be forewarned that a court or investigating department might have an issue with such a tactic, if used to avoid legal questions; and they might have --- or find --- reason to dock you for trying. Better advice: check with your attorney.


Could you use circumlocution to avoid answering a question?

Yes, because the prefix circum mean around and it will mean to go around the question which means to avoid it.


Can you use circumlocution to aviod answering a question?

Yes, it is possible to use circumlocution to avoid answering a question directly. This technique involves speaking or writing in a roundabout way, using excessive words or tangents, so as to not provide a straightforward answer. However, this can be seen as evasive and frustrating for the person seeking a direct response.


What is a sentence using the word avoid?

"I took the long way to the mall to avoid traffic." "She tried to avoid being hit by the basketball." "To save time in the store, I avoid talking to other shoppers." (We were trying to avoid answering that question.)


Why would someone avoid answering an interview question?

It depends on the person. Sometimes they might avoid telling a lie, or sometimes they want to avoid telling something that might make them look bad. Sometimes they feel that a question is too personal, so they don't answer it.


Do most people that know the answer to a question but does not like the question simply avoid the question all together?

I would think so. People don't want to waste their time answering such stupid questions. I'm only answering this one because I feel sorry that you didn't already know this.


What is Aspirin chemical namewikianswerscom?

Acetylsalicylic acid. But WikiAnswers.com isn't answering the question, and your computer isn't answering the question. A person is answering your question. In case you weren't sure.


Can you avoid answering a question with subterfuge?

Yes, one can avoid directly answering a question through subterfuge by using vague language, changing the subject, or providing unrelated information. This tactic can create the illusion of engagement while sidestepping the original inquiry. However, while it may be effective in some contexts, it can also lead to frustration or distrust from the questioner if they sense the evasion.


What question have you enjoyed answering the most?

I enjoyed answering the question about how God rewarded Noah for his obedience.


What if your not answering my question?

Then you will not get an answer.


How do you say a question is a good question without answering it?

The discussion page allows users to discuss a question without answering it.

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