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Term: Prevaricator

Description:

A prevaricator is someone who intentionally avoids telling the truth or deliberately misleads others. This term can be used to refer to both individuals and their actions.

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Sentences:

1. Noun (Person): The prevaricator attempted to dodge questions during the interview, leaving the interviewer skeptical of their honesty.

2. Noun (Action): The prime minister's prevarication when asked about the controversial decision disappointed many citizens.

3. Verb: He prevaricated when confronted by his parents about coming home late, trying to avoid the truth.

4. Adjective: Her prevaricating answers during the interrogation made it difficult for the detectives to trust her.

5. Adverb: He skillfully prevaricated in order to gain more time to assess the situation before making a decision.