deflected

[dih-flek-tid] / dɪˈflɛk tɪd /

VERB

bounce off; turn aside

Synonyms

STRONGEST

avert bend cover up divert hook pivot ricochet slip swerve veer whip

STRONG

curve deviate disperse diverge fend parry sheer shy sidetrack slew twist wheel whirl wind

WEAK

glance off hold off keep off volte-face

Antonyms

STRONGEST

stay straighten

Example Sentences

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Afterward, Rivers deflected attention from his comeback saga, saying he was disappointed to not get a win.

From The Wall Street Journal

Central East moved deep into Pacifica territory on its ensuing drive before Phelps deflected the ball and PeeWee Wilson intercepted it at the Tritons’ 24.

From Los Angeles Times

“If the bouncer is on the door, 80 to 90% of fish are deflected,” argues English.

From The Wall Street Journal

He deflected blame, they argued, and grossly mischaracterized the severity of his misconduct once his deception was exposed.

From The Wall Street Journal

Hart deflected a pass intended for Eagles wide receiver Jahan Dotson just outside the end zone, and safety Tony Jefferson caught the ball to end the game.

From Los Angeles Times