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What is another word for Sidestep? – 108 Sidestep Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    evade avoid dodge skirt circumvent bypass elude escape shun parry deflect divert avert obviate prevent preclude forestall hedge sidle veer swerve maneuver finesse outmaneuver outflank outwit outsmart

    Meaning of Sidestep

    According to Oxford Dictionary, "sidestep" means to avoid something by moving to the side or by finding a way of not dealing with it directly.

    Definitions

    • Merriam-Webster defines "sidestep" as to step or move to the side, or to avoid or evade something.
    • Cambridge Dictionary describes "sidestep" as to move to the side in order to avoid something, or to avoid dealing with a problem or difficulty.

    Example Uses

    • The politician tried to sidestep the question about the scandal by changing the subject.
    • The hiker had to sidestep the rocky terrain to avoid twisting her ankle.
    • The company will sidestep the economic downturn by diversifying its investments.
    • The football player made a quick sidestep to avoid being tackled by the opponent.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    confront face tackle address engage encounter meet head-on directly openly honestly straightforwardly forthrightly squarely confrontationally aggressively boldly brazenly bluntly candidly

    Related Nouns

    obstacle hurdle challenge problem difficulty barrier impediment hindrance blockage evasion avoidance maneuver tactic strategy technique method approach escape outlet

    Related Verbs

    maneuver navigate evade avoid dodge skirt circumvent bypass elude escape shun parry deflect divert avert obviate prevent preclude forestall hedge sidle veer

    Related Adjectives

    evasive avoidant elusive evasive cunning clever skillful adept resourceful artful crafty sly stealthy secretive covert indirect circuitous devious duplicitous deceitful