deflecting

[US]/[dɪˈflektɪŋ]/
[UK]/[dɪˈflektɪŋ]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.To turn or bend away from a straight path.; To ward off or avert (something undesirable).; To evade or avoid answering a question directly.
adj.Turning or bending away from a straight path.
n.The act of deflecting.

Phrases & Collocations

deflecting attention

deflecting blows

deflecting criticism

deflecting sunlight

deflecting questions

deflected shots

deflecting the ball

deflecting blame

deflecting impact

deflecting waves

Example Sentences

the politician was deflecting questions about the scandal.

he tried deflecting the blame onto his assistant.

the goalie was skilled at deflecting the incoming shots.

she was deflecting criticism with humor and charm.

the solar panel is designed to deflect sunlight.

the company is deflecting concerns about its environmental impact.

he was deflecting attention away from his mistakes.

the shield was deflecting the enemy's attacks.

the lawyer was deflecting the witness's testimony.

the wind was deflecting the rain away from the house.

the building's design incorporates features deflecting heat.

she skillfully deflected his advances with a polite smile.

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