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to deflect
01
desviar, reflejar
to change direction or turn aside, typically as a result of encountering an obstacle or external force
Intransitive
Example
When light travels from air into water, it tends to deflect.
Cuando la luz viaja del aire al agua, tiende a desviar.
The bullet hit a hard surface and began to deflect.
La bala golpeó una superficie dura y comenzó a desviar.
02
desviar
to redirect focus or diverting someone's attention from a particular subject or matter
Transitive: to deflect a subject or issue
Example
Her ability to deflect blame during international negotiations contributed to the successful resolution of the conflict.
The savvy manager was able to deflect criticism by acknowledging concerns.
03
desviar, desviar el rumbo
to alter the course or direction of something, especially from its original path or trajectory
Transitive: to deflect sth
Example
The armored tank was designed with sloped surfaces to deflect incoming projectiles.
El tanque blindado fue diseñado con superficies inclinadas para desviar los proyectiles que vienen.
The aerodynamic engineers worked on a wing design that would efficiently deflect air currents.
Los ingenieros aerodinámicos trabajaron en un diseño de ala que desviaría eficientemente las corrientes de aire.
04
evadir
to stop a person from doing what they initially intended
Transitive: to deflect sb from sth
Example
The skilled diplomat managed to deflect the leader from launching an attack.
Friends and family tried to deflect him from his self-destructive habits.
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