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divert

[dih-vurt, dahy-] / dɪˈvɜrt, daɪ- /




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In January, the company laid off 1,500 people in its Reality Labs division, aiming to divert more resources to its AI efforts.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026

Critics say the systems divert resources from more effective measures.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

"We will roll out young futures hubs in crime hotspots across the country to divert young people from violence, cut crime and protect communities."

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Up to 250 schools in knife crime hotspots will receive specialist training in a bid to divert children from serious violence, the government has announced.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

I press a button, ripped from a coat, over the wound to divert direct pressure.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black




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