deflects

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

Translation

v.(causes to) deviate, turn aside

Phrases & Collocations

deflects attention

deflects criticism

deflects blame

deflects questions

deflects impact

deflects light

deflects heat

deflects force

deflects energy

Example Sentences

he deflects criticism with humor.

the shield deflects incoming projectiles.

she deftly deflects unwanted attention.

the manager deflects questions about layoffs.

he deflects blame onto his colleagues.

the car's design deflects wind resistance.

she deflects compliments with modesty.

he deflects the ball with precision.

the politician deflects criticism by changing the topic.

she uses humor to deflect tension in the room.

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