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Cheng has deflected questions about her position, saying recently it was "premature" to discuss a final solution and what was needed now was "peaceful and stable cross-strait relations."

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Pritzker intends to seek a third term in the governor's mansion in 2026, it is understood, and has deflected questions about any ambition beyond his current position.

From BBC • Oct. 17, 2025

Her husband, Prince William, the heir apparent to the British throne, has continued to carry out his public duties and was spotted with her over the weekend, but has deflected questions about his wife’s health.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2024

Coach Bryan Harsin has deflected questions about who would start.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 22, 2022

He has slackened in the career of honourable industry, he has deflected from the straight paths of integrity and virtue.

From St. Winifred's, or The World of School by Earnshaw, H. C. (Harold C.)