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diversion

[dih-vur-zhuhn, -shuhn, dahy-] / dɪˈvɜr ʒən, -ʃən, daɪ- /




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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

While they’re known for divinatory diversion today, their genesis is anything but lighthearted and involved serious money, serious games and serious art.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 26, 2026

For my seventeen-year-old brother, romance was an entirely new experience and a wonderful diversion from the ghastliness of ghetto life.

From "The Boy on the Wooden Box" by Leon Leyson

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

Direct exposure is limited, with only 5% of container volumes tied to the Middle East, while diversions from Strait of Hormuz disruptions may benefit throughput, he says.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 25, 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

Since Mohammed’s death, Mahmoud had been impatient, irritable, and so the kids had tried to find diversions outside their grieving home.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers




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