bob and weave

US /bɑb ənd wiːv/
UK /bɑb ənd wiːv/
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1.

mengelak dan menghindar, bergerak cepat

to move quickly from side to side or up and down, especially to avoid being hit

:
The boxer learned to bob and weave to avoid his opponent's punches.
Petinju itu belajar mengelak dan menghindar untuk menghindari pukulan lawannya.
He had to bob and weave through the crowded market.
Dia harus mengelak dan menghindar melewati pasar yang ramai.
2.

mengelak dan berbelit-belit, menghindari jawaban langsung

to avoid giving a direct answer or committing to a clear position

:
When asked about the scandal, the politician continued to bob and weave, never directly addressing the accusations.
Ketika ditanya tentang skandal itu, politisi itu terus mengelak dan berbelit-belit, tidak pernah secara langsung menanggapi tuduhan.
It's frustrating when people bob and weave instead of giving a straight answer.
Menyebalkan ketika orang mengelak dan berbelit-belit alih-alih memberikan jawaban langsung.