diversion
Example Sentences
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Christides previously served in the Long Beach Superior Court, where she ran the veterans court program, reviewing requests for alternative sentencing and mental health diversion petitions.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
For President Trump it will also be a chance to be seen on the world stage next to royalty and might be a welcome diversion from his own political battles.
From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026
Today, the risks surrounding technology transfers, data security, and supply chain disruptions, as well as the potential for dual-use technology diversion from civilian to military purposes, have grown exponentially.
From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026
Like the film’s central narrative diversion, it occurs early in the movie, but could be considered a spoiler for those still trying to avoid pivotal details before seeing the film themselves.
From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026
Apparently Leo’s diversion with Buford the end table hadn’t worked—at least not for long.
From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan
Vocabulary lists containing diversion
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