as in amusing
providing amusement or enjoyment
some tall and diverting tales were told by the festival's roving storyteller
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as in entertaining
to cause (someone) to pass the time agreeably occupied
a light comedy to divert the tired business executive
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as in turning
to change the course or direction of (something)
the bike race was diverted around the construction zone
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as in distracting
to draw the attention or mind to something else
trying to divert the child with a toy while the doctor was giving her a shot
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Recent Examples of diverting
BostonGlobe.com, 26 July 2021
The plan also would call for constant testing of players and staff, which could mean diverting resources from public health care.
—Nick Piecoro, azcentral, 6 Apr. 2020
Per The New York Times: Judging by comments on social media, many of those who tuned in found Mr. Bone to be the most diverting thing about the debate.
—Charles P. Pierce, Esquire, 10 Oct. 2016
Both popular and science media show an outsized fondness for brain imaging studies, inspiring much work more diverting than informative.
—David Dobbs, WIRED, 4 July 2006
Judging by comments on social media, many of those who tuned in found Mr. Bone to be the most diverting thing about the debate.
—Jonah Engel Bromwich, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2016
Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
Meanwhile, anger simmered among residents who accused the government of diverting the island’s already scarce resources to migrants at their expense.
—Sam Mednick and Thomas Adamson, Los Angeles Times, 23 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
For all of us, this system completely ignores our very real needs, diverting dollars and attention from the critical services our families desperately need in the wake of violence.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
Here are a four suggestions, diverting from the usual alpha and beta destinations to gamma superyacht spots offering a little quieter holiday vibe.
—Kathleen Turner, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
With European powers diverting men and supplies to Europe in 1939-41 to battle Nazi Germany, colonies in the Pacific were mostly undefended.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 5 Dec. 2024
To trick the German forces into believing that a much larger American force was stationed in various locations, diverting attention away from the real operations and damaging enemy morale.
—Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 4 Dec. 2024
Opponents, however, dislike diverting taxpayer funding from public schools to private ones and point to examples of misuse of funds, in such cases as this one.
—Annabella Rosciglione, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 4 Dec. 2024
Adjective
But you were also treated to a diverting and delightful narrative, rich with insider’s lore.
—BostonGlobe.com, 26 July 2021
The plan also would call for constant testing of players and staff, which could mean diverting resources from public health care.
—Nick Piecoro, azcentral, 6 Apr. 2020
Per The New York Times: Judging by comments on social media, many of those who tuned in found Mr. Bone to be the most diverting thing about the debate.
—Charles P. Pierce, Esquire, 10 Oct. 2016
Both popular and science media show an outsized fondness for brain imaging studies, inspiring much work more diverting than informative.
—David Dobbs, WIRED, 4 July 2006
Judging by comments on social media, many of those who tuned in found Mr. Bone to be the most diverting thing about the debate.
—Jonah Engel Bromwich, New York Times, 10 Oct. 2016
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
Meanwhile, anger simmered among residents who accused the government of diverting the island’s already scarce resources to migrants at their expense.
—Sam Mednick and Thomas Adamson, Los Angeles Times, 23 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
For all of us, this system completely ignores our very real needs, diverting dollars and attention from the critical services our families desperately need in the wake of violence.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
Here are a four suggestions, diverting from the usual alpha and beta destinations to gamma superyacht spots offering a little quieter holiday vibe.
—Kathleen Turner, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
With European powers diverting men and supplies to Europe in 1939-41 to battle Nazi Germany, colonies in the Pacific were mostly undefended.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 5 Dec. 2024
To trick the German forces into believing that a much larger American force was stationed in various locations, diverting attention away from the real operations and damaging enemy morale.
—Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 4 Dec. 2024
Opponents, however, dislike diverting taxpayer funding from public schools to private ones and point to examples of misuse of funds, in such cases as this one.
—Annabella Rosciglione, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 4 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for diverting
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The comedy is very much a love letter to South L.A., offering pointed and amusing commentary on gentrification.—
Jessica Wang,
EW.com,
16 Jan. 2025
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The film centers on Clémence, a quiet yet amusing Parisian, who had a complicated childhood.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
10 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Kendra suggests her Chocolate Mouse for a Party recipe that is primed for entertaining a large crowd and guarantees everyone will get a scoop.—
Bon Appétit,
Bon Appétit,
11 Dec. 2024
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By the mid-1990s, public health leaders were entertaining the possibility that the STI could be eliminated.—
Benjamin Ryan,
NBC News,
12 Nov. 2024
Verb
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This is a clever way to offer a dual-screen experience without the flaws inherent to current dual-screen laptops, including distracting hinges and designs with questionable durability.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
7 Jan. 2025
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In a car, this could be used to hide distracting entertainment displays from the driver while passengers are able to see information such as music playlists or calendar alerts, for example.—
Barry Collins,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Free Beatnik preview Beatniks’ 17th Anniversary and Preview Donation Night is at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18, for a fun night of prizes, refreshments and a sneak advance look at the shows coming to Beatniks on Conkey in 2025.—
Philip Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Jan. 2025
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And the animators threw some fun curveballs, including making the embodiment of evil into a shirtless hottie that would make even shirtless Kirk jealous.—
Chris Snellgrove,
EW.com,
16 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Elle was also seen whipping her hands in a circle to the music during the awards ceremony.—
Stephanie Wenger,
People.com,
6 Jan. 2025
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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
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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
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However, some sites in other states appear to be redirecting customers to nearby locations.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Austin American-Statesman,
20 Dec. 2024
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The combination of low humidity, dry fuels, and shifting winds has heightened the potential for spot fires and rapid expansion.—
Russell Lewis,
NPR,
8 Jan. 2025
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The Daytime Emmys, which traditionally air in June (except when COVID and then the Hollywood strikes forced some rescheduling), will be shifting to October this year.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
8 Jan. 2025
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“Diverting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diverting. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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