deflect in Finnish
deflect in Finnish is poikkeuttaa, poiketa — deflect means to cause something to change direction, usually by bouncing or glancing off.
deflect in Finnish
poikkeuttaa
(transitive) To make (something) deviate from its original path or position.
poiketa
(psychology) To redirect culpability to avoid it.
What does "deflect" mean?
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verb To cause something to change direction, usually by bouncing or glancing off.
"The goalkeeper deflected the shot over the crossbar."
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verb To avoid dealing directly with a question, criticism, or blame.
"The minister deflected every question about the scandal."
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deflect in a sentence
- The goalkeeper deflected the shot over the crossbar.
- His shield deflected the arrow.
- The minister deflected every question about the scandal.
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What is "deflect" in Finnish?
"deflect" in Finnish is poikkeuttaa, poiketa. deflect means: To cause something to change direction, usually by bouncing or glancing off.
How do you use "deflect" in a sentence?
Example: "The goalkeeper deflected the shot over the crossbar." In Finnish, "deflect" is poikkeuttaa, poiketa.
Are there other ways to say "deflect" in Finnish?
Yes — Finnish has 2 translations listed for "deflect": poikkeuttaa, poiketa.
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