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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.