noncommittal
Americanadjective
adjective
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not involving or revealing commitment to any particular opinion or course of action
a noncommittal reply
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rare having no outstanding quality, meaning, etc
Other Word Forms
- noncommittally adverb
Etymology
Origin of noncommittal
Example Sentences
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On Monday, when asked if Atwell would play Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals, McVay was noncommittal, pending the formulation of this week’s game plan.
From Los Angeles Times
The headstrong American starlet, cast as Belmondo’s noncommittal lover, is convinced that Godard is working toward a disaster and gets most of her enjoyment from teasing her prickly boss.
From Los Angeles Times
Komeito’s leaders said they were unhappy with her noncommittal stance on rewriting political financing rules, one of its key goals.
Observers noted that while the summit offered an opportunity for dialogue, the carefully staged statements, absence of press questions and noncommittal language highlighted the challenges of bridging the U.S. and Russian positions on Ukraine.
From Salon
I’m noncommittal myself on whether Lerman delivers a serviceable performance or a strong one.
From Los Angeles Times
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