What is another word for roundabout ways?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈa͡ʊndɐbˌa͡ʊt wˈe͡ɪz] (IPA) 
The phrase "roundabout ways" refers to taking a circuitous or indirect route to reach a particular destination or achieve a specific goal. Some synonyms for this phrase might include "convoluted means," "indirect methods," "oblique approaches," "circuitous tactics," "meandering strategies," or "long-winded routes." Alternatively, someone might describe such a situation as "beating around the bush," "taking the scenic route," or "dilly-dallying." In any case, these expressions all describe a way of doing things that is less straightforward than it could be, often with the aim of avoiding confrontation, sidestepping obstacles, or simply elongating the process for some other reason.
