Example Sentences

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The pastor instead deflects responsibility by playing the victim card.

From Salon • Apr. 10, 2026

He deflects the question initially, offering something better.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 18, 2025

In the short term, this deflects the pressure from the CNE and also allows Mr Maduro to argue that he has complied with international requests to hand over the tallies.

From BBC • Aug. 1, 2024

Michaels deflects the question, shifting the spotlight from him to the show: “I’m going to do it as long as I feel I can do it,” he said.

From New York Times • Jun. 15, 2024

Haymitch takes a swipe with his knife but Peeta deflects it so easily it’s pathetic.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins