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as in entertainments
someone or something that provides amusement or enjoyment
a scavenger hunt was organized as a diversion for the guests at the party
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as in amusements
the act or activity of providing pleasure or amusement especially for the public
movies and television became two of the most popular and influential diversions of the 20th century
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as in deviations
a turning away from a course or standard
carefully weighed testimony that did not contain the slightest diversion from the truth
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Recent Examples of diversions
Traveling Christmas passengers began sharing complaints about delays and diversions on social media early Tuesday morning.
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Zac Ntim, Deadline, 24 Dec. 2024
In May, the organization was hit with an attack that caused mass disruptions as staff was forced to move to manual processes that caused errors, delayed or lost lab results, and diversions of ambulances to other hospitals.
—Dan Goodin, Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 2024
Totally unexpected in its diversions, yet enduring in its themes of endurance and triumph, Tampopo is simply one of the best food films ever made.
—Eliana Dockterman, TIME, 21 Dec. 2024
Since the 1950s, television, slot cars, plastic models and other diversions have diluted the attraction of model trains.
—George Petras, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
Focus on the pie and don’t offer up anymore diversions.
—Lorraine Ali, Los Angeles Times, 27 Nov. 2024
The Caspian Sea heavily relies on water inflow from the Volga and Ural rivers, which is hindered by dams and diversions.
—Photovogue, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2024
Hurrying a product tends to lead to tunnel vision, which blots out the opportunity for tinkering, exploration and the diversions that often yield the greatest successes.
—Aytekin Tank, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
Rationing to avoid China diversions.
—Jessica Mathews, Fortune, 15 Oct. 2024
Zac Ntim, Deadline, 24 Dec. 2024
In May, the organization was hit with an attack that caused mass disruptions as staff was forced to move to manual processes that caused errors, delayed or lost lab results, and diversions of ambulances to other hospitals.
—Dan Goodin, Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 2024
Totally unexpected in its diversions, yet enduring in its themes of endurance and triumph, Tampopo is simply one of the best food films ever made.
—Eliana Dockterman, TIME, 21 Dec. 2024
Since the 1950s, television, slot cars, plastic models and other diversions have diluted the attraction of model trains.
—George Petras, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
Focus on the pie and don’t offer up anymore diversions.
—Lorraine Ali, Los Angeles Times, 27 Nov. 2024
The Caspian Sea heavily relies on water inflow from the Volga and Ural rivers, which is hindered by dams and diversions.
—Photovogue, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2024
Hurrying a product tends to lead to tunnel vision, which blots out the opportunity for tinkering, exploration and the diversions that often yield the greatest successes.
—Aytekin Tank, Forbes, 17 Oct. 2024
Rationing to avoid China diversions.
—Jessica Mathews, Fortune, 15 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for diversions
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Even minor deviations in configurations can lead to non-compliance, potentially resulting in significant fines or legal repercussions.Jody Brazil, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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In these reports, ensure your EA includes updates from the team on project timelines, budget status and any deviations from planned outcomes.Kenzie Biggins, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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The departures have forced a broader discussions within the organization about its strategic direction and commitment to AI safety principles.Sol Rashidi, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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He has, though, been allowed to attend private family events, including church services at which news photographers have captured arrivals and departures.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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Intense and floral with tons of fun and unique flavors that would absolutely pop with the bitterness of vermouth or the sweetness of citrus, just waiting to be turned into a dry Martini.Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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For more foodie fun, join the Let’s Eat, Orlando Facebook group.Amy Drew Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 18 Dec. 2024
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“Diversions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diversions. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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