Deflect and Whirl

Deflect

Deflect verb - To change the course or direction of (something).
Usage example: the wind deflected the Frisbee just as I was about to lunge for it
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Synonyms for Deflect

Whirl and deflect are semantically related. in bounce off topic. In some cases you can use "Whirl" instead a verb "Deflect".

Whirl

Whirl verb - To cause (as a liquid) to move about in a circle especially repeatedly.

Deflect and whirl are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Deflect" instead a verb "Whirl".

Nearby Words: whirled, whirling, whir
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