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equivocal story
[/ɪˈkwɪv.ə.kəl ˈstɔr.i/]
noun
pl: equivocal stories
história ambígua
1.
A narrative or account that is open to multiple interpretations or that deliberately obscures the truth; a story with unclear or doubtful meaning.
The witness gave an equivocal story about what happened that night, leaving many questions unanswered.
A testemunha deu uma história ambígua sobre o que aconteceu naquela noite, deixando muitas perguntas sem resposta.
2.
A tale or account that contains contradictory or misleading elements.
His equivocal story about his whereabouts aroused suspicion.
Sua história ambígua sobre seu paradeiro despertou suspeita.
NYC Slang
sketchy story / fishy tale
Synonyms
ambiguous story
unclear narrative
dubious account
vague tale
misleading story
Antonyms
clear story
unambiguous narrative
straightforward account
transparent tale
candid story
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
história ambígua / história confusa
Most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
história ambígua / relato duvidoso
Common in formal and informal contexts
Portugal
história equívoca / relato ambíguo
More literal translation; formal usage preferred
Related Idioms & Phrases
read between the lines
the plot thickens
it doesn't add up
something doesn't ring true
speak with forked tongue
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