"A politician’s word"
Definition
A word or phrase that sounds meaningful but is used to avoid saying something directly or to obscure the truth.
How to use it
Implies spin, insincerity, or rehearsed language. Used when official-sounding words feel empty or evasive.
Examples
► "Streamlining operations is just a politician's word for cutting jobs."
► "She saw through the politician's words immediately and pushed for a straight answer."
From the lesson
Shawshank Redemption | STOP Caring What People Think
This phrase appears in the Shawshank Redemption | STOP Caring What People Think lesson. Open it to watch the scene and download the free worksheet.
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