deflecting Antonyms

Meaning of deflecting

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deflecting (p. pr. & vb. n.)

of Deflect

deflecting Sentence Examples

  1. The politician, when pressed about the scandal, kept **deflecting** questions by focusing on unrelated achievements.
  2. The experienced tennis player was adept at **deflecting** her opponent's powerful shots with well-timed strokes.
  3. The building's curved design helped **deflect** strong winds, minimizing structural stress.
  4. The nervous speaker used humor as a way of **deflecting** attention from his anxiety.
  5. The scientist carefully positioned the mirrors, **deflecting** the laser beam towards the desired location. (Scientific context)
  6. **Deflecting** blame onto others is a common, yet unproductive, response when faced with responsibility.
  7. The magician's skillful sleight of hand involved subtly **deflecting** the audience's gaze to create the illusion.
  8. The trees in the forest acted as a natural barrier, **deflecting** strong winds and protecting the homes beyond.
  9. The immune system is constantly **deflecting** harmful pathogens that attempt to enter the body.
  10. **Deflecting** criticism can be a temporary solution, but addressing the underlying issue is crucial for long-term improvement.

FAQs About the word deflecting

of Deflect

redirecting,swinging, diverting, whipping, turning, shifting, switching, deviating, shunting, wheeling

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The politician, when pressed about the scandal, kept **deflecting** questions by focusing on unrelated achievements.

The experienced tennis player was adept at **deflecting** her opponent's powerful shots with well-timed strokes.

The building's curved design helped **deflect** strong winds, minimizing structural stress.

The nervous speaker used humor as a way of **deflecting** attention from his anxiety.