stonewall
Translation
to stonewall, to obstruct, to block
Examples
The politician stonewalled the reporter's questions.
The politician stonewalled the reporter's questions.
They are stonewalling on the investigation.
They are stonewalling on the investigation.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to obstruct (sth.) The politician stonewalled the reporter's questions.
((on sth.)) to refuse to cooperate on (sth.) They are stonewalling on the investigation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: obstruct, block, delay; Antonyms: cooperate, assist
Etymology
From the noun 'stone wall', used metaphorically to describe an unmovable barrier to questions or requests.
Memory Tips
Imagine someone building a stone wall in front of you to block your questions.