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British pronunciation/ʃˈi‍ə/
American pronunciation/ˈʃɪɹ/
to sheer
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to move with a sudden and rapid change in direction, turning away from the current path or trajectory

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to sheer definition and meaning
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to change the course or direction of something quickly and abruptly, often in response to an unexpected obstacle or situation

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so thin as to transmit light

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sheer definition and meaning
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emphasizing the intensity or pureness of a particular quality or emotion

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not mixed with extraneous elements

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very steep; having a prominent and almost vertical front

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sheer
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directly

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straight up or down without a break

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The mountain biker had to sheer to the right to avoid colliding with a large rock.
As the skier descended down the slope, they had to sheer sharply to avoid a patch of ice.
The point guard sheered past defenders with quick and unpredictable movements.
The motorcyclist deftly sheered to the side, avoiding a deep pothole.
The pilot sheered the aircraft to the right to evade a flock of birds.
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