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evasion in German

evasion in German is Ausweichen, Hinterziehung, Umgehung — evasion means the act of avoiding something, especially a direct answer, duty, or obligation, often through trickery.

evasion in German

Ausweichen
noun
The act of eluding or evading or avoiding, particularly the pressure of an argument, accusation, charge, or interrogation; artful means of eluding.
Hinterziehung
noun
The act of eluding or evading or avoiding, particularly the pressure of an argument, accusation, charge, or interrogation; artful means of eluding.
Umgehung
noun
The act of eluding or evading or avoiding, particularly the pressure of an argument, accusation, charge, or interrogation; artful means of eluding.
Vermeidung
noun
The act of eluding or evading or avoiding, particularly the pressure of an argument, accusation, charge, or interrogation; artful means of eluding.

What does "evasion" mean?

  1. noun The act of avoiding something, especially a direct answer, duty, or obligation, often through trickery.
    "His evasion of the question only made people more suspicious."
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evasion in a sentence

  • His evasion of the question only made people more suspicious.
  • Tax evasion carries serious legal penalties.

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What is "evasion" in German?

"evasion" in German is Ausweichen, Hinterziehung, Umgehung. evasion means: The act of avoiding something, especially a direct answer, duty, or obligation, often through trickery.

How do you use "evasion" in a sentence?

Example: "His evasion of the question only made people more suspicious." In German, "evasion" is Ausweichen, Hinterziehung, Umgehung.

Are there other ways to say "evasion" in German?

Yes — German has 4 translations listed for "evasion": Ausweichen, Hinterziehung, Umgehung, Vermeidung.

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