Pronunciation: /ˈpʊsiˌfʊtɪŋ/
noun the action of walking or moving in a cautious or stealthy manner
A1 I don't like his pussyfooting around the issue.
A2 Her pussyfooting is getting on my nerves.
B1 The manager's pussyfooting has caused delays in the project.
B2 The politician's pussyfooting on important matters is frustrating to the public.
C1 Her pussyfooting tactics are not appreciated in the business world.
C2 The CEO's pussyfooting has led to a loss in investor confidence.
verb to tread or move warily or stealthily
A1 She is pussyfooting around the issue instead of addressing it directly.
A2 Stop pussyfooting and just tell me what you really think.
B1 The manager accused the employee of pussyfooting when it came to making important decisions.
B2 The politician was criticized for pussyfooting on the controversial issue.
C1 The negotiator was skilled at pussyfooting around sensitive topics during the discussion.
C2 Despite her reputation for being straightforward, she occasionally pussyfoots around certain delicate matters.
formal The politician accused his opponent of pussyfooting around the issue during the debate.
informal Stop pussyfooting and just tell me the truth!
slang Quit pussyfooting and make a decision already!
figurative She was pussyfooting through the minefield of office politics, trying not to offend anyone.
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