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
Asked about his future specifically, Pence was noncommittal.
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Brett Samuels, The Hill, 9 Apr. 2025
Even as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his country would take its tariffs against U.S. goods to zero, Trump was noncommittal about removing the new import taxes placed on an ally.
—Arkansas Online, 8 Apr. 2025
The noncommittal tone reads as responsibly sober but also tedious.
—Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Mar. 2025
As Barbara, Ava, and Rosalyn try to appease the parents, Melissa deals with the consequences of being noncommittal.
—Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 5 Mar. 2025
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Brett Samuels, The Hill, 9 Apr. 2025
Even as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said his country would take its tariffs against U.S. goods to zero, Trump was noncommittal about removing the new import taxes placed on an ally.
—Arkansas Online, 8 Apr. 2025
The noncommittal tone reads as responsibly sober but also tedious.
—Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Mar. 2025
As Barbara, Ava, and Rosalyn try to appease the parents, Melissa deals with the consequences of being noncommittal.
—Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 5 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for noncommittal
Adjective
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The quiet yet luxurious hue spans room sizes and design styles, yet is subtle enough to serve as a neutral while adding a hint of color.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 June 2025
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With Messi and his mates, Miami has sold out huge NFL stadiums and other neutral venues.—
Felipe Cardenas,
New York Times,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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Some people assume that longtime married couples are boring, but my husband has never bored me.—
Seija Rankin,
HollywoodReporter,
4 June 2025
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Spectators perceive tennis outfits as plain, boring, rigid or limited to a specific silhouette.—
Ruth Etiesit Samuel,
Essence,
2 June 2025
Adjective
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Related Articles La Museum Shibuya opens Saturday for a two-week period in the basement of a nondescript office building just steps from one of Tokyo’s most bustling neighborhoods.—
Kelly Wetherille,
Footwear News,
13 June 2025
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Adjustable temperature Most people are satisfied with the nondescript high, medium and low settings on many freezers.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
10 June 2025
Adjective
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Sparks embraced the dainty strappy heels trend, which is taking over as spring transitions into summer, donning a pair of beige sandals with a simple, slender strap at the toe and ankle.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
9 June 2025
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The line was a nod to the singer’s middle name and featured an array of T-shirts, sweatshirts and shorts, along with a collection of beige corduroy pieces, emblazoned with the Drew logo and a smiley face.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
7 June 2025
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The 35-year-old started 22 of the 24 games Cronenworth missed with a fractured rib and was clearly tiring at the end, going 3-for-30 in his final nine starts.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 June 2025
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Bradley was clearly tiring, having struggled at times defensively in the second half.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
12 May 2025
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“Noncommittal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/noncommittal. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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