as in neutral
lacking in distinctive features or qualities
the novelist has repeatedly used bland, noncommittal words that lack emotional resonance
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Recent Examples of noncommittal
Rodgers was noncommittal about his future as the final weeks of the season, and potentially his career, approached.
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Andrew Greif, NBC news, 5 June 2025
Last December, Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson was noncommittal about remaining with the Jets long-term.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 21 May 2025
As for the future facial hair plans, Cease remains noncommittal.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
Roseman was noncommittal when asked about what position Campbell will play.
—Ted Nguyen, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
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Andrew Greif, NBC news, 5 June 2025
Last December, Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson was noncommittal about remaining with the Jets long-term.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 21 May 2025
As for the future facial hair plans, Cease remains noncommittal.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
Roseman was noncommittal when asked about what position Campbell will play.
—Ted Nguyen, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for noncommittal
Adjective
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These full-size fragrances, which can also be purchased at the hotel’s front desk, include options that leans more feminine, one that is gender neutral, and one that leans more masculine.—
Sherrie Nachman,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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The rug will catch the attention of visitors with its pleasing floral pattern in a neutral color.—
Michelle Rostamian,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 June 2025
Adjective
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This is worlds away from that boring deli chicken sandwich, while still being easy enough to whip up on the busiest of days.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
28 June 2025
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The contract’s scope of work includes the single bore tunnel, station entrances and exits, the excavation of underground stations and the procurement of a tunnel boring machine.—
Grace Hase,
Mercury News,
27 June 2025
Adjective
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At about midnight, Jack drove Joan up Pacific Coast Highway to a nondescript 1930s motor court called the Sunset Motel.—
Liz McNeil,
People.com,
25 June 2025
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Every spring, billions of nondescript moths hatch in southeast Australia.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
23 June 2025
Adjective
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Ken Corcoran recalled seeing the new beige boat in August in the driveway across the street.—
Ethan Wolin
Updated July 4,
Sacbee.com,
4 July 2025
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Plus, pretty much everything about the design — the beige sole, white body, and red details — matches Witherspoon’s kicks.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
People.com,
3 July 2025
Adjective
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Seeing that expansion and contraction over and over for six episodes (let alone three seasons) can grow tiring, and Season 3 certainly suffers from a sense of exhaustion.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
27 June 2025
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Now in his 80s trips to the islands are more challenging, and maintaining a boat that can make the journey is expensive and tiring.—
Kathleen Rellihan,
Outside Online,
8 June 2025
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“Noncommittal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/noncommittal. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.
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