beat about the bush
beat about the bush or beat around the bush {v. phr.}, {slang}
To talk about things without giving a clear answer; avoid the question or the point.
He would not answer yes or no, but beat about the bush.
He beat about the bush for a half hour without coming to the point.
Compare: BESIDE THE POINT.
Contrast: COME TO THE POINT.
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Source: A Dictionary of American Idioms
