sidestep

Example Sentences

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Saudi Arabia’s efforts to sidestep the standstill at the Strait of Hormuz appear to be bearing fruit.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 20, 2026

Tariffs tied to "country of origin" rules still apply regardless of where a company is headquartered, meaning businesses cannot easily sidestep Chinese supply chains.

From BBC • Feb. 25, 2026

So why do fiscal policymakers on both sides of the political aisle sidestep the issue?

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

Tether emerged as a vital tool for the state-run oil company to sidestep sanctions, serving as the currency for settling oil transactions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 10, 2026

I sidestep a group of loud-talking women outside the Luxe Beauty Parlor, and a tired old man with round shoulders.

From "Finding Langston" by Lesa Cline-Ransome