diversion
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The initial draft of AB 46 had proposed also excluding attempted murder charges from the diversion program, but this language was later removed during revisions.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 8, 2026
Davies said other factors included drivers relying on car sat-navs, unsuitable diversion routes and, in some cases, motorists deciding to "take a chance".
From BBC ● Jul. 5, 2026
The town's 18th Century bridge was badly damaged by floods in 2015 and, while it was repaired, the town was effectively split in half with a long diversion.
From BBC ● Jul. 1, 2026
Taiwanese authorities escalated a probe into the unauthorized diversion of advanced artificial-intelligence servers made by Super Micro Computer, as part of efforts to crack down on the alleged smuggling of Nvidia chips to China.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 30, 2026
So for diversion he acquired the habit of crawling back and forth across the walls and ceiling.
From "The Metamorphosis" by Franz Kafka
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Footpaths remain open and diversions have been put in place while contractor Clancy carries out the work.
From BBC ● Jun. 7, 2026
While much of the album feels appropriately bittersweet, McCartney finds plenty of time for whimsical diversions.
From Salon ● May 12, 2026
Department of Water and Power to limit diversions and take steps to raise the lake level 17 feet.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 21, 2026
Those diversions often meant ships had to travel around all of Africa to get to Europe and other destinations, adding weeks to voyages and increasing costs substantially.
From Barron's ● Mar. 13, 2026
Our windows overlooked the stables, not the busy courtyard with its many diversions.
From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein
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