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deflection

noun as in curvature

noun as in diversion

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Example Sentences

Clark finished the game with 16 deflections, which Cronin said was one short of the most any player had ever logged for him.

There were drops and deflections and multiple missed opportunities.

On defense she plays mostly safety and has seven interceptions and seven pass deflections.

Moreover, Trump and his propagandists are using the standard fascist and authoritarian strategy of projection and deflection as they blame the Democrats and “the left” for the increasing political violence in the country.

From Salon

However, if a team successfully passes all deflection tests and adheres to the regulations and technical directives, they are deemed to be in full compliance, and no further action will be taken.

From BBC

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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