diverted

Example Sentences

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According to a CHP log, drivers were being diverted off the 4th Street traffic during the ongoing investigation.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

“LNG cargoes might get diverted over to Asia instead of European gas storage, and that means we start at a lower base for winter,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Brazil's exports were diverted to Europe, with Germany overtaking the US as the biggest importer of Brazilian beans over the course of 2025, cushioning Europe's coffee drinkers to a degree.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

A UK-bound EasyJet flight was diverted to Rome after a power bank was found to be charging in a passenger's luggage, it has been revealed.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

“I can’t be diverted with other work or inquiries,” I told him.

From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys