equivocation (ɪˌkwɪvəˈkeɪʃən
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noun
- the act or an instance of equivocating
- logic a fallacy based on the use of the same term in different senses, esp as the middle term of a syllogism, as a fallacy based on the use of the same term in different senses, esp as the middle term of a syllogism, as the badger lives in the bank, and the bank is in the High Street, so the badger lives in the High Street
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But Sutcliffe had noted the shadow of equivocation cross his eyes.
, Political Suicide (1986)With such equivocation , it is not surprising that Britain is failing to become a global magnet for science companies.
Spiked (2005)"I can state without equivocation or hesitancy that on behalf of humankind, I will not pose," he said.
canada.com (2004)The case made by unionists and the British Government that there is no longer any room for equivocation has now become more widely accepted.
Belfast Telegraph (2004)To call him `President Delors ', then, in the manner of some English newspapers and CNN, is a misnomer, a silly equivocation.
, LEND ME YOUR EARS (2003)