1
as in weaseling
to avoid giving a definite answer or position
politicians who try to pussyfoot around hot-button issues
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2
as in lurking
to move about in a sly or secret manner
pussyfooting through the hallways in the middle of the night
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Chairs Vintage chairs are another unsung hero lurking in most charity shops.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
10 Jan. 2026 -
The Italian experimental duo creates a sprawling, overstimulating work that celebrates the kitsch lurking behind a wide array of musical forms.—
H.D. Angel,
Pitchfork,
7 Jan. 2026
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Marie helps clinch this fight against Godolkin, only after momentarily waffling on the ethics of how to use her powers.—
Abbey White,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Oct. 2025
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Target was held accountable for waffling on their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.—
Julie Kratz,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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Not only does the crew-length keep trail debris (like dirt and pebbles) from sneaking inside the socks, but the wool fibers and just-right thickness have kept me blister-free and perfectly temperature-regulated in a wide range of conditions and seasons for years.—
Lisa Jhung,
Outside,
12 Jan. 2026
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Gaps in windows and doors, cracks within the walls, and any other places where cold air is sneaking in should be sealed off and the temperature within the home should remain consistent—particularly during very cold nights.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
11 Jan. 2026
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Use them for dusting, slipping over the head of a Swiffer to mop up a spill, or for making a sock puppet.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
13 Jan. 2026
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Many liberals are desperate for signs that Trump’s stranglehold over his base is slipping.—
Yair Rosenberg,
The Atlantic,
13 Jan. 2026
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Following that theft at the Eagles’ 38-yard line with 12 minutes remaining, backup safety Marques Sigle delivered an unnecessary-roughness hit on a sliding Hurts, vaulting the Eagles toward the red zone and ultimately a 33-yard Jake Elliott field goal for a 19-17 lead with 8 minutes remaining.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
12 Jan. 2026
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While the stock market largely stabilized by Monday afternoon, investors will be keen to see whether stocks hold their ground or resume sliding in the coming days.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Pussyfooting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pussyfooting. Accessed 16 Jan. 2026.
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