Invent new words, redefine behaviors or baffle and confuse.
When questioned, Roger Clemens told Congress he "misheard" and "misremembered."
When President Clinton was confronted with having sex with Monica Lewensky, he redefined his actions. No longer would such oral behavior be considered sex.
When Miss South Carolina was questioned ....well, you've seen it. Decide for yourself. Was she baffled or being confusing?