Definitions

redirection

[ree-di-rek-shuhn, ree-dahy-] / ˌri dɪˈrɛk ʃən, ˌri daɪ- /

NOUN

change of focus, goal

Synonyms

STRONGEST

diversion pivot pivoting reallocation reassignment rechanneling refocusing reorienting repointing retasking transition

STRONG

conversion realignment reframing sublimation transfer transitioning

WEAK

deflection distraction rerouting sidetracking veering

Antonyms

WEAK

continuation digging in maintenance persistence remaining stagnation zeroing in

Example Sentences

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redirection

The majority of this redirection of resources is driven by the AI hyperscalers who are expected to contribute around $775 billion of that.

From MarketWatch ● May 11, 2026

Putting it on hold will allow for the redirection of efforts and resources towards the construction of the base near the strategic south lunar pole, Isaacman explained, which was already a goal.

From Barron's ● Mar. 24, 2026

Fixating on topics without any redirection can be especially dangerous for people with autism.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 28, 2025

"I was wrong. No amount of redirection is ever enough."

From BBC ● Nov. 1, 2025

By simple movements—a look here, a redirection there—he plays to the reptilian parts of our brain that can’t resist novelty, maybe important stimulation.

From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel

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