To artfully avoid answering personal questions by slightly changing the topic, or by replying with a related question, in such a way that the person who asked the initial question is unaware of what has just happened. This style was
first made (in)famous as the signature move of
one Dr.
Randall, following its identification and labeling by a brilliant and eloquent coworker, circa 2008. It then spread across the Western United States in the coming decade. Legend has it that said coworker, despite having developed a great friendship with the elusive Dr.
Randall, has nevertheless never been invited into his home.