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to sheer
01
to move with a sudden and rapid change in direction, turning away from the current path or trajectory
Intransitive: to sheer | to sheer to a direction
Example
The mountain biker had to sheer to the right to avoid colliding with a large rock.
The motorcyclist deftly sheered to the side, avoiding a deep pothole.
As the skier descended down the slope, they had to sheer sharply to avoid a patch of ice.
02
to change the course or direction of something quickly and abruptly, often in response to an unexpected obstacle or situation
Transitive: to sheer a moving object or animal | to sheer a moving object or animal to a direction
Example
The off-road driver expertly sheered the ATV to navigate through uneven terrain.
The experienced rider sheered the horse to the side to avoid a fallen branch on the trail.
During the regatta, the sailor sheered the boat to the left, taking advantage of a sudden gust of wind.
sheer
01
so thin as to transmit light
02
emphasizing the intensity or pureness of a particular quality or emotion
Example
The sheer determination in his eyes showed that he would not give up.
The sheer joy on her face when she saw the surprise was unforgettable.
The sheer beauty of the landscape took their breath away.
03
not mixed with extraneous elements
04
very steep; having a prominent and almost vertical front
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