deflection
/dɪˈflɛkʃən/
noun
- The act of changing direction or being turned aside, especially after hitting something.
- Engineers measure the deflection of a bridge under heavy loads.
- The deflection of the ball off the post saved the goal.
- A slight deflection of the laser beam caused it to miss the target.
- The act of avoiding something such as criticism, blame, or a question.
- The spokesperson's deflection of the reporter's question was obvious.
- She used humor as a deflection to avoid talking about her feelings.
- His constant deflection of blame made him unpopular with the team.
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