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deflect in Swedish

deflect in Swedish is avböja, avlänka, avvika — deflect means to cause something to change direction, usually by bouncing or glancing off.

deflect in Swedish

avböja
verb
(transitive) To make (something) deviate from its original path or position.
avlänka
verb
(transitive) To make (something) deviate from its original path or position.
avvika
verb
(psychology) To redirect culpability to avoid it.

What does "deflect" mean?

  1. verb To cause something to change direction, usually by bouncing or glancing off.
    "The goalkeeper deflected the shot over the crossbar."
  2. verb To avoid dealing directly with a question, criticism, or blame.
    "The minister deflected every question about the scandal."

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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Frequently asked questions

What is "deflect" in Swedish?

"deflect" in Swedish is avböja, avlänka, avvika. 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 Swedish, "deflect" is avböja, avlänka, avvika.

Are there other ways to say "deflect" in Swedish?

Yes — Swedish has 3 translations listed for "deflect": avböja, avlänka, avvika.

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