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diversion

[dih-vur-zhuhn, -shuhn, dahy-] / dɪˈvɜr ʒən, -ʃən, daɪ- /




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When representing those without means, she focused on “mental health diversion and treatment to support rehabilitation in cases where the client was amenable,” she said in an email.

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

Broadway has not seen a more delectable diversion this season than the bubbly revival of Noël Coward’s early comedy “Fallen Angels,” starring the glittering duo of Rose Byrne and Kelli O’Hara.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 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

“I wasn’t being nice,” I confessed, ignoring his attempt at diversion, looking down at my knees.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer




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