sidestep
Example Sentences
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Mr. Popkin does not allow Napoleon to sidestep the consequences of his actions.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026
The panel, though, says it would like to see the academy sidestep its usual voting habits and honor some genre work as well.
From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026
But quibbling over individual op-eds let him sidestep some uncomfortable introspection.
From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026
Yet, until now, tech companies have been able to sidestep responsibility for the pain they have wrought on families across the country.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026
Coach used to make us do sidestep drills to keep us light on our feet, light enough to tail somebody in silence.
From "Burning Blue" by Paul Griffin
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