sidestepped
Example Sentences
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As Robyn explains in Slate, the majority sidestepped the question weighing the actual legality of the ballroom’s construction, focusing instead on a technical question of standing.
From Slate ● Sep. 3, 2026
She also sidestepped questions about whether she regretted any of her decisions during the uprising.
From Barron's ● Jul. 29, 2026
Bonta and the other state attorneys sidestepped the political landscape in making their lawsuit arguments.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 25, 2026
A local nonprofit sued the administration, claiming it sidestepped required reviews before undertaking the project in mid-April.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 18, 2026
There was a lot of laughter and comments like “Somebody’s in trouble” from the press, and Peeta dropped my hand and sidestepped away from me.
From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins
