Pesquisar
to sidestep
01
evitar, contornar
to avoid or bypass a problem, question, or responsibility by addressing it indirectly or by taking a different approach
Transitive: to sidestep an issue or responsibility
Sidestep
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passo lateral, esquiva
a step to one side (as in boxing or dancing)
side
step
sidestep
v
Exemplo
The student cleverly sidestepped the challenging question during the exam by discussing a related topic.
The manager skillfully sidestepped a potential conflict by diplomatically addressing the concerns raised by the team.
During the interview, the politician attempted to sidestep controversial questions by redirecting the conversation to unrelated topics.
When faced with a difficult decision, she often tends to sidestep the issue rather than confront it directly.
Rather than facing the consequences of their actions, some people choose to sidestep accountability by shifting blame onto others.