parry

Definition of abbreviation (noun) -

avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing; fudge; evade; put off; circumvent; elude

Part of speech:

Verb

Forms: parried; parried; parrying

Example sentences with this word:

I dislike talking to the woman so I will attempt to parry her by ducking around the corner.

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