deviate
verb (used without object)
to turn aside, as from a route, way, course, etc.
deviating
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present participleof deviate.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Meanwhile, Klarna will be deviating from its traditional pay-in-four system that stretches a purchase over six weeks.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 28, 2026
The closest Sabbs and Colvin came to deviating from McDonald’s sanitized version of events came when the directors recognized the role Geoghan played in launching the Games.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 17, 2026
He believes the asset manager erred in deviating from the contractual terms of the fund agreements.
From Barron's ● Mar. 4, 2026
“Once you start to disclose how you’re doing things, if you’re deviating from that, then it leaves you open to legal challenges,” Johnson said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 8, 2025
She walked a straight line to the ocean, for the pools had frozen and she could follow her compass without deviating.
From "Julie of the Wolves" by Jean Craighead George
