mention briefly
The teacher touched on climate change during the lesson, but we didn't discuss it deeply.
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allude indirectly
During the interview, the politician touched on the recent scandal without ever naming those involved.
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1. mention briefly
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To talk about something quickly or without going into detail.
The teacher touched on climate change during the lesson, but we didn't discuss it deeply.
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To refer to a sensitive, controversial, or complex subject in a subtle or indirect way, often deliberately avoiding explicit mention.
During the interview, the politician touched on the recent scandal without ever naming those involved.
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