turning aside

Example Sentences

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Asked afterward to reflect on his decision to seek the mayor’s office — after turning aside the contest in earlier years — the candidate choked up and began to cry.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2022

Hellebuyck was tested early in the third period, turning aside three Pittsburgh shots in the first minute.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 22, 2021

The Capitals rookie was solid, turning aside 27 of 30 shots, but Washington's offense struggled in a 4-2 loss at Madison Square Garden.

From Washington Post • Feb. 4, 2021

Chicago’s Corey Crawford dropped to 7-12-2 despite turning aside 26 of 28 shots.

From Reuters • Jan. 8, 2020

‘I cannot pass without turning aside for a moment to look at the wonder of the dale!’

From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien