bob and weave
US /bɑb ənd wiːv/
UK /bɑb ənd wiːv/

1.
mengelak dan menghindar, bergerak cepat
to move quickly from side to side or up and down, especially to avoid being hit
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The boxer learned to bob and weave to avoid his opponent's punches.
Petinju itu belajar mengelak dan menghindar untuk menghindari pukulan lawannya.
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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
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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.
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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.