Deflect
Deflect verb - To change the course or direction of (something).
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Synonyms for Deflect
Round and deflect are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Round" instead a verb "Deflect".
Round
Round verb - To form into a round compact mass.
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- For those unfamiliar with the Star Wars Expanded Universe, cortosis is a metal that can block lightsabers, meaning any attempt to deflect a cortosis-jacketed round will meet with problems.
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Because said plasma blades can deflect Harry's curses, technology wins this round as well.
Source: Magic Versus Science -
When Hal goes all Gatling Good during training, Sinestro summons up a familiar-looking round shield to deflect the bullets - then throws it at Hal.
Source: Film / Green Lantern
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