deflecting

verb

Definition of deflectingnext
present participle of deflect
as in swinging
to change the course or direction of (something) the wind deflected the Frisbee just as I was about to lunge for it

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for deflecting
  1. whipping
  2. diverting
  3. redirecting
  4. shifting
Verb
  • Elle was also seen whipping her hands in a circle to the music during the awards ceremony.
    Stephanie Wenger, People.com, 6 Jan. 2025
  • This instant camera captures little moments and big occasions on film, which feels a little more special than whipping out an iPhone.
    Malia Griggs, Glamour, 2 Jan. 2025
Definition of whipping
Verb
  • An amendment proposed by Councilman Mark Jeffreys called for diverting I-71 and I-75 southbound to eastbound I-275.
    Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Facing the likelihood of further escalation, Tehran prioritized fortifying its defenses over diverting resources to foreign conflicts.
    Hamidreza Azizi, Foreign Affairs, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of diverting
Verb
  • For many manufacturers, this means redirecting resources to address vulnerabilities in products that have already been in use for years.
    Christian Espinosa, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • However, some sites in other states appear to be redirecting customers to nearby locations.
    Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of redirecting
Verb
  • But shifting that show to October will give NATAS more time to find a new broadcast partner.
    Michael Schneider, Variety, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Embrace adaptability The pace of change in the workplace continues to accelerate, driven by advancements in technology, shifting economic conditions, and the global push towards sustainability.
    Andrew Fennell, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of shifting
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