Wriggle out of doing

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phrasal verb

To avoid doing something that you should do or that you said you would do.

She always tries to wriggle out of doing her homework by making some excuses.
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Often appears as...

  • wriggle out of doing chores
  • wriggle out of doing homework

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Colloquial

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Colloquial Use

Used in everyday speech, not suitable for formal writing or speeches.

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He tried to wriggle out of doing the report by claiming he was too busy.
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Negative Connotation

Implies a lack of responsibility or commitment.

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Instead of staying late, Lisa wriggled out of doing her part of the project.
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Subtle Implies

Suggests cleverness or cunning in avoidance.

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Tom cleverly wriggled out of doing yard work by volunteering for kitchen duty.
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