Dodge

EVADE

Think of a word that means to cleverly avoid something, like a question or responsibility, without directly confronting it.

"Dodge" here is a straightforward synonym clue—it’s simply asking for another word that means to avoid or get away from something. The answer "EVADE" fits perfectly because it shares the same core meaning: to escape or sidestep cleverly. There’s no hidden wordplay or trick; the clue relies on basic vocabulary, making it a direct definition-style hint. If you think of dodging a question or an obstacle, "evade" works the same way.