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noncommittal

[non-kuh-mit-l] / ˌnɒn kəˈmɪt l /


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“RSVP as early as possible, be honest without being rude, and be clear that you won’t be attending rather than acting noncommittal and ultimately sending a last-minute ‘no’ anyway.”

From MarketWatch Jul. 7, 2026

But better, for the sake of conscience and country, to speak loudly and volubly than to remain silent or noncommittal.

From The Wall Street Journal May 13, 2026

There’s also a risk that BOJ Gov. Ueda remains noncommittal today about a potential rate increase at the June meeting.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 28, 2026

Coach Jim Harbaugh was noticeably noncommittal about Roman’s future after the Chargers’ 16-3 loss in the AFC wild-card playoffs on Sunday night, saying the team was “going to look at that.”

From Los Angeles Times Jan. 13, 2026

Night after night, she sat at her desk, hoping to polish off some quick, noncommittal little speech.

From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez




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