To be ambiguous, equivocal, or noncommittal; to take an evasive or ambivalent stand.
他对这个问题总是模棱两可，从不给出明确的答复。
He always gives ambiguous answers to this question, never providing a clear reply.
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During the Tang Dynasty, Prime Minister Su Weidao was renowned for his extremely evasive and ambiguous approach to matters. He never openly expressed his opinions, believing that this prevented him from offending anyone.
He once remarked about his method, 'One should not be too explicit when making decisions; errors lead to regret. It is better to be ambiguous, allowing for two possibilities.'
People consequently nicknamed him 'Su Moleng' (Ambigous Su). Later, after committing an error, he was demoted to Meizhou in Sichuan.
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