Some examples of word usage: beat around the bush
1. Stop beating around the bush and just tell me what you want.
2. I wish he would stop beating around the bush and get to the point.
3. Instead of beating around the bush, she should just be honest with him.
4. Don't beat around the bush, just come out and say what you mean.
5. It's frustrating when people beat around the bush instead of being direct.
6. I don't have time for you to beat around the bush, just tell me what you need.
7. I could tell he was trying to beat around the bush to avoid the topic.
8. She always beats around the bush when she's nervous about confronting someone.
9. We need to stop beating around the bush and address the real issue.
10. Don't beat around the bush, just give me a straight answer.