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were deviating

  • past progressive
    of deviate.
    deviate
    verb (used without object)
    to turn aside, as from a route, way, course, etc.

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It said NHS Lothian staff were deviating from professional standards and that several profoundly deaf children were diagnosed too late for vital implant surgery.

From BBC ● Jun. 8, 2022

The report said NHS Lothian staff were deviating from professional standards.

From BBC ● Mar. 1, 2022