sidestep
Example Sentences
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So why do fiscal policymakers on both sides of the political aisle sidestep the issue?
From Barron's
The message from Russia to law enforcement entities in both countries sidestepped the more formal red notice and red diffusion process, and asked for "any useful information" about Aramyan as well as his whereabouts.
From BBC
Investing in AI without actually investing in it is one way to sidestep concerns among some investors that a bubble is building for the hot technology.
From MarketWatch
It also sidesteps the substance that gives people real confidence at work: generous health care, equal pay, respect for lawful labor practices, nondiscriminatory hiring and promotions.
By focusing on new energy projects, tech companies also get to sidestep thorny affordability questions that arise when they try to strike deals with existing power plants.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
