stonewalling
[/ˈstoʊnwɔːlɪŋ/]
noun, verb (gerund/present participle)
obstrução, bloqueio, recusa em cooperar
1. The practice of refusing to answer questions or provide information; deliberately obstructing progress or discussion
The politician was accused of stonewalling during the investigation.
O político foi acusado de obstrução durante a investigação.
2. In sports (cricket), defensive batting technique where a batsman plays defensively without attempting to score
The batsman was stonewalling to protect his wicket.
O batedor estava fazendo jogo defensivo para proteger seu wicket.
3. In psychology, a behavioral response where someone withdraws emotionally and refuses to engage in communication
Her stonewalling during arguments made it impossible to resolve their conflicts.
A recusa dela em se comunicar durante as discussões tornou impossível resolver seus conflitos.
The term gained prominence in American culture during the Watergate scandal (1970s). In Brazil, it's commonly used in political discourse and legal proceedings. The term is particularly relevant in discussions about governmental transparency and corporate accountability. In psychological contexts, it's recognized as a harmful communication pattern that damages relationships.
NYC Slang
giving someone the cold shoulder, playing dumb, giving the runaround
Related Idioms & Phrases
stonewall someone - to deliberately obstruct or avoid answering
put up a wall - similar meaning regarding emotional withdrawal
play for time - delaying tactic similar to stonewalling
clam up - refusing to speak, related to stonewalling behavior
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