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Meaning of Divert
According to Merriam-Webster, "divert" means to turn or direct (something, such as a stream or a person's attention) to a different course or direction.
Definitions
- The Oxford English Dictionary defines "divert" as to change the direction or course of something, or to distract someone's attention from something.
- Cambridge Dictionary defines "divert" as to change the direction or use of something, or to distract someone's attention.
Example Uses
- The new policy is intended to divert more funds to education and healthcare.
- The comedy show was designed to divert the audience's attention from their daily worries.
- The river was diverted to supply water to the nearby city.
- The manager tried to divert the conversation away from the sensitive topic.