equivocator

Example Sentences

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Strange but true: This self-proclaimed optimist worships at the altar of that ultimate equivocator Stephen Sondheim and is also a passionate devotee of Fred Rogers, the beloved children’s entertainer.

From New York Times • Jul. 3, 2016

Ever the equivocator -- on a good day he can make Blanche Lincoln look decisive -- Pryor thinks the Pentagon shouldn't be rushed into making changes.

From Salon • Dec. 2, 2010

For the practiced equivocator you said he was," murmured Mrs. Hauksbee, "he strikes me as a failure.

From The Works of Rudyard Kipling One Volume Edition by Kipling, Rudyard

Last night, you sweet little equivocator, but not last day.

From Mary Barton by Gaskell, Elizabeth Cleghorn

False equivocator that thou art!" said the King, presenting to the Prince a ring, "behold the signet of Ramorny, lost in the infamous affray!

From The Fair Maid of Perth Or, St. Valentine's Day by Scott, Walter, Sir