sidestep

Example Sentences

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Some schools follow them enthusiastically, while others soften or sidestep them.

From BBC

Saudi Arabia’s efforts to sidestep the standstill at the Strait of Hormuz appear to be bearing fruit.

From MarketWatch

As long as the U.S. economy sidesteps recession, the card companies can see the sales and earnings growth come in.

From Barron's

When she sidestepped the newcomer, it took me a moment to register who it was.

From Literature

One way to sidestep Europe and Asia’s energy problems is to focus on the Americas, where nations like Mexico and Brazil are energy giants in their own right.

From Barron's