Divert and Sidestep

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Divert

Divert verb - To cause (someone) to pass the time agreeably occupied.
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Sidestep and divert are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Sidestep" instead a verb "Divert".
Nearby Words: diversion, diverting

Sidestep

Sidestep verb - To avoid having to comply with (something) especially through cleverness.
Usage example: the eager enlistee sidestepped the regulations by lying about his age
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Divert and sidestep are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Divert" instead a verb "Sidestep".
Nearby Words: sidestepped, sidestepping

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attack divert attack sidestep attack
path divert path sidestep path
blame divert blame sidestep blame
attacks divert attacks sidestep attacks
Other words: missiles.
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