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diversion in Italian

diversion in Italian is diversivo, diversione, svago — diversion means something done to distract attention from what is really happening.

diversion in Italian

diversivo
noun
(military) A tactic used to draw attention away from the real threat or action.
diversione
noun
(military) A tactic used to draw attention away from the real threat or action.
svago
noun
A hobby; an activity that distracts the mind.

What does "diversion" mean?

  1. noun Something done to distract attention from what is really happening.
    "The robbers created a diversion outside while their partner slipped in the back door."
  2. noun A hobby or activity that takes your mind off other things.
    "Gardening became her favourite diversion during the long winter months."
  3. noun A temporary alternate route, especially one put in place during roadworks.
    "There's a diversion on the motorway due to bridge repairs."
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diversion in a sentence

  • The robbers created a diversion outside while their partner slipped in the back door.
  • He asked an odd question just to create a diversion from the awkward silence.
  • Gardening became her favourite diversion during the long winter months.
  • There's a diversion on the motorway due to bridge repairs.

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What is "diversion" in Italian?

"diversion" in Italian is diversivo, diversione, svago. diversion means: Something done to distract attention from what is really happening.

How do you use "diversion" in a sentence?

Example: "The robbers created a diversion outside while their partner slipped in the back door." In Italian, "diversion" is diversivo, diversione, svago.

Are there other ways to say "diversion" in Italian?

Yes — Italian has 3 translations listed for "diversion": diversivo, diversione, svago.

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