sidestep (Meaning)
sidestep (n)
a step to one side (as in boxing or dancing)
sidestep (v)
avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
Synonyms & Antonyms of sidestep
sidestep Sentence Examples
- The politician deftly sidestepped the controversial question, avoiding any clear stance.
- The dancer gracefully sidestepped her partner, maintaining a flowing rhythm.
- The guard swiftly sidestepped the attacker's sword thrust, narrowly escaping harm.
- The negotiator skillfully sidestepped the potential conflict, finding a mutually acceptable solution.
- The cunning fox sidestepped the hunter's trap, evading capture.
- The driver swerved and sidestepped a stray deer on the road, preventing an accident.
- The diplomat sidestepped tricky questions during the press conference, maintaining her composure.
- The team members efficiently sidestepped obstacles in the hallway, keeping their pace.
- The surgeon carefully sidestepped delicate tissue during the operation, ensuring precision.
- The experienced hiker sidestepped loose rocks on the mountain trail, maintaining stability.
FAQs About the word sidestep
a step to one side (as in boxing or dancing), avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)
bypass, evade,circumvent, avoid, disobey,ignore, dodge, get around, escape, disregard
keep, observe, observe,follow, obey, comply (with), comply (with), seek, obey, follow
The politician deftly sidestepped the controversial question, avoiding any clear stance.
The dancer gracefully sidestepped her partner, maintaining a flowing rhythm.
The guard swiftly sidestepped the attacker's sword thrust, narrowly escaping harm.
The negotiator skillfully sidestepped the potential conflict, finding a mutually acceptable solution.
