What is the meaning of stonewalling?

noun

  • Stalling or delaying especially by refusing to answer questions or cooperate.

verb

  • Obstruct or hinder any discussion.
    • usage: "Nixon stonewalled the Watergate investigation"; "When she doesn't like to face a problem, she simply stonewalls"
  • Engage in delaying tactics or refuse to cooperate.
    • usage: "The President stonewalled when he realized the plot was being uncovered by a journalist"
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