sidestep
verb (used without object)
to step to one side.
is sidestepping
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present progressiveof sidestep (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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“But they’re exhibiting great capital discipline. If you’re worried about the circular financing and overspending, Apple is sidestepping all of that.”
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 22, 2025
The board, Comer alleged, is sidestepping the fundamental fiduciary obligation to protect “the integrity of the museum, despite our best intentions.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 18, 2025
He said McDonald’s clearly controls its franchised stores and is sidestepping its responsibilities to workers.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 13, 2023
Publicly for now the White House is sidestepping such accusations, focusing instead on the historic nature of the delay.
From MSNBC ● Mar. 18, 2015
This is a great combination—Roumania is sidestepping Wilhelmstrasse….
From Rescuing the Czar Two authentic Diaries arranged and translated by James P. Smythe
