sidestep
Example Sentences
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“But they’re exhibiting great capital discipline. If you’re worried about the circular financing and overspending, Apple is sidestepping all of that.”
From MarketWatch
The bank made $3.2 billion in the first quarter — beating investor expectations and mostly sidestepping the recent deposit runs that roiled regional banks — but the total would have been more without the consumer-banking travails.
From New York Times
Last year’s launch of ChatGPT led students to turn in assignments written coherently by the chatbot, letting some sidestep coursework and forcing faculty to vet their integrity.
From Reuters
Like a seasoned politician, Ezidore sidestepped a direct answer when asked about whether he sees himself staying in politics or pursuing higher office.
From Los Angeles Times
Campaigning in Iowa this week, former Arkansas Gov. Asa Hutchinson, tried to sidestep questions about his support for aggressive abortion restrictions.
From Washington Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.