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But he has equivocated over how to get there, sometimes leaning into the threat of force, other times pushing the diplomacy.

From BBC • Jun. 16, 2025

When pressed, by voters and reporters, for more details, Mr. O’Rourke has equivocated or vacillated on several policy questions.

From New York Times • Mar. 16, 2019

The third remaining candidate, John Kasich, has equivocated on the issue.

From The Guardian • Apr. 10, 2016

"You don't know mamma," replied Dora; "she thinks Emily Morton has equivocated."

From Amy Herbert by Sewell, Elizabeth