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The Kremlin previously had been deflecting questions about Mr. Prigozhin’s status and whereabouts.

From New York Times • Jul. 10, 2023

The signing of Smith, who had been deflecting questions about his imminent departure since the day he won the claret jug, gives Greg Norman his first player from the top 10 in the world.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 30, 2022

Eveillard, balding and with a dirty shirt, had been deflecting the barbs of some of the American-born officers, with limited success.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover