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sidestep

[sahyd-step] / ˈsaɪdˌstɛp /


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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

Some schools follow them enthusiastically, while others soften or sidestep them.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

Many investors are hoping to sidestep the Grim Reaper of AI, reduce their exposure to the biggest technology stocks and still earn decent returns by beefing up their positions in these boring companies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

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

From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026

Fyfe’s response, though, was to sidestep that controversy and conduct a study.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell