Malinger and Sidestep

Malinger

Malinger verb - Avoid responsibilities and duties, e.g., by pretending to be ill.
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Sidestep and malinger are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Sidestep" instead a verb "Malinger".

Nearby Words: malingerer, malingering

Sidestep

Sidestep verb - To avoid having to comply with (something) especially through cleverness.

Malinger and sidestep are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Malinger" instead a verb "Sidestep".

Nearby Words: sidestepped, sidestepping
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