deflective
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A clue as to Carrick's deflective attitude towards the allegations could be found in his interview with police, however.
From BBC • Nov. 20, 2025
His sadness triggered his deflective smile, and he’d detach.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 22, 2023
Smith also recommends a deflective approach for invading jackets, hair or feet.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 27, 2023
“Right now, I can’t even talk about this,” he said when the issue came up, and laughed his deflective laugh.
From New York Times • Oct. 21, 2020
Turret and barbette armor may be considered as deflective armor.
From Scientific American Supplement, No. 803, May 23, 1891 by Various
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