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单词 sidestep
释义

sidestep

1 of 2

verb

side·​step ˈsīd-ˌstep How to pronounce sidestep (audio)
sidestepped; sidestepping; sidesteps

transitive verb

1
: bypass, evade
sidestep a question
2
: to move out of the way of : avoid
sidestep a blow

intransitive verb

1
: to take a side step
2
: to avoid an issue or decision
sidestepper noun

side step

2 of 2

noun

1
: a step aside (as in boxing to avoid a blow)
2
: a step taken sideways (as when climbing on skis)

Synonyms

Verb

  • beat
  • bypass
  • circumvent
  • dodge
  • get around
  • shortcut
  • skirt
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Example Sentences

Verb She sidestepped the reporter's question. They're sidestepping the real issue.
Recent Examples on the Web
Verb
That’s because electric vehicles sidestep only one small part of what makes personal car ownership such a stubborn problem for cities. Joe Lindsey, Outside Online, 8 Sep. 2022 When asked whether fiscal initiatives or federal budget decisions will undermine their monetary policy objectives, Fed officials are apt to sidestep the question. Judy Shelton, WSJ, 1 Sep. 2022 The diplomat said ambassadors had been working nonstop on the divisive issue and had sought to clip the powers of the executive European Commission, which under its plan, could sidestep member countries to impose such reductions. Raf Casert, ajc, 25 July 2022 Because Arizona's state Legislature was controlled by Republicans, Trump and his allies made the state one of the key targets of their pressure campaign to sidestep voters. Amanda Luberto, The Arizona Republic, 20 July 2022 At the same time, there have been efforts to soften Holmes, as in King’s Mary Russell novels, or to sidestep him, as in Nancy Springer’s Enola Holmes series, which shifts the focus to a younger sister. New York Times, 6 July 2022 The challenge lies in not only remaining aware of the potential for such manipulation but also in taking the precautions necessary to sidestep such traps. Rotem Gantz, Forbes, 9 June 2022 The duo’s practice is rigorous and responsible; Clarke and Bascom eschew synthetic materials in favor of natural ones and incorporate their clients’ identities while working to sidestep clichés. Camille Okhio, ELLE Decor, 1 June 2022 Traditionally, the custodians of one of Hollywood’s most reliable cash machines have been careful to sidestep political minefields that might remind customers of a realm outside the Magic Kingdom. Thomas Doherty, Chron, 10 May 2022
Noun
Take 3 to 4 more steps, then reverse and side step back to the cable stack. Jen Murphy, WSJ, 16 June 2022 Don’t fail to take advantage of the personal and professional opportunities coming your way near the 24th and try to side step emotionally charged confrontations near the 27th . Katharine Merlin, Town & Country, 16 May 2022 Ideal for residential use on small- to medium-sized yards, the compact tractor is user-friendly and effortless to mount and dismount, thanks to its handy side step. Better Homes & Gardens, 16 May 2022 McFeely and the Russos were so smart with Civil War to side step rehashing the origin story. Aaron Couch, The Hollywood Reporter, 29 Dec. 2021 Visitors can access the hall of fame from outside the stadium, then on the other side step onto a plaza that allows fans to look out over the blue turf. Berry Tramel, USA TODAY, 18 Sep. 2021 Hybrid mattresses side step that issue by combining the best of both worlds: the comfort of foam with the support and breathability of a coil layer. Joe Van Brussel, Forbes, 9 May 2021 Emhoff’s little side step of uncertainty got raves. Liza Mundy, The Atlantic, 20 Apr. 2021 Bring your left foot slightly in, keeping tension on the band, and continuing to side step to the right like this for 10 steps. Stephanie Mansour, NBC News, 1 Feb. 2019 See More

Word History

First Known Use

Verb

1860, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1

Noun

circa 1656, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

sidestep

verb

side·​step ˈsīd-ˌstep How to pronounce sidestep (audio)
sidestepped; sidestepping
1
: to take a sideways step
… she sidestepped in front of him, blocking his path. Carl Hiaasen, Hoot
2
: to avoid by a step to the side
He sidestepped the punch.
3
: to avoid answering or dealing with
She sidestepped the question.

sidestep

verb

1
as in to circumvent
to avoid having to comply with (something) especially through cleverness the eager enlistee sidestepped the regulations by lying about his age

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • circumvent
  • avoid
  • evade
  • bypass
  • ignore
  • dodge
  • escape
  • shortcut
  • eschew
  • shun
  • disobey
  • prevent
  • skirt
  • get around
  • beat
  • elude
  • outflank
  • flout
  • shake
  • shirk
  • disregard
  • end-run
  • deflect
  • avert
  • duck
  • divert
  • obviate
  • parry
  • ward (off)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • follow
  • keep
  • observe
  • obey
  • seek
  • comply (with)
  • pursue
  • accept
  • embrace
  • incur
  • catch
  • welcome
  • acquiesce (to)
  • accede (to)
  • assent (to)
  • court
  • contract
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2
as in to weave
to move suddenly aside or to and fro the startled spectator sidestepped away from the oncoming ball

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • weave
  • dodge
  • duck
  • evade
  • avoid
  • zigzag
  • escape
  • turn
  • jink
  • elude
  • deflect
  • parry
  • shirk
  • slide
  • slalom
  • slip
  • skirt
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