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as in entertainment
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 amusement
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 deviation
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 diversion
The show’s main character, Michael Westen - played by Jeffrey Donovan -- rigs the bridge as a diversion.
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Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 8 July 2025
Pandit says India could take several actions — including some immediate ones — to retain and redistribute water within its own territory, such as using existing dams, building diversion structures or adding infrastructure to ongoing dam projects without getting Pakistan's nod.
—Betsy Joles, NPR, 8 July 2025
This morning’s must reads Other must reads The diversion of water for a Southern California Edison hydroelectric plant reduces the flow of the Kern River for nearly 16 miles.
—Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2025
The new regulations include a diversion program that refers first-time violators to an online safety course.
—Luke Harold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 July 2025
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Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 8 July 2025
Pandit says India could take several actions — including some immediate ones — to retain and redistribute water within its own territory, such as using existing dams, building diversion structures or adding infrastructure to ongoing dam projects without getting Pakistan's nod.
—Betsy Joles, NPR, 8 July 2025
This morning’s must reads Other must reads The diversion of water for a Southern California Edison hydroelectric plant reduces the flow of the Kern River for nearly 16 miles.
—Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2025
The new regulations include a diversion program that refers first-time violators to an online safety course.
—Luke Harold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for diversion
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This information including any specific securities mentioned is for educational, entertainment and illustrative purposes only and not a recommendation or solicitation to purchase or sell any individual security.—
David Thomas,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Food trucks, chef demonstrations, live entertainment and educational programming from community partners are some of the activities offered.—
Gloria Casas,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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Things to do: Number of sports teams, number of amusement places and arcades per capita, number of Traveler's Choice attractions per capita.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Austin American Statesman,
22 July 2025
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Before there was Netflix, Instagram, and all of our other modern day amusements, what was a working person to do in their off hours?—
Hannah Martin,
Architectural Digest,
18 July 2025
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The audience now anticipates secrets to be revealed, characters to combat one another, detours and deviations in the plot, plus a few jump scares.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
25 July 2025
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There may be slight deviations from the podcast audio.—
Amanda Luberto,
AZCentral.com,
23 July 2025
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Residents are increasingly drawn to the area's rivers, mountain trails, and outdoor recreation—all while benefiting from an average income of $63,685 and home listings that average $819,700.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 July 2025
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According to Thomas, the themes associated with this zodiac sign include romance, creativity, recreation and children.—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
19 July 2025
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The plane crashed about two minutes after its departure and the crash was avoidable, the board said in its report.—
Liam Adams,
The Tennessean,
22 July 2025
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Despite this, her friend booked a flight with a 9:20 pm departure and an 11:50 pm arrival.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
21 July 2025
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As Japan’s second-largest city, Yokohama has no shortage of local delights.—
Kim Kay,
Travel + Leisure,
20 July 2025
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His wife's reaction to the surprise during the vows was one of pure delight.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 July 2025
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For a pretty, delicious detour from Interstate 70, try Frisco’s Mountain Dweller Coffee Roasters.—
Jamie Siebrase,
Denver Post,
22 July 2025
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Several paths are already completed, although there are still detours for the walkways still under construction.—
Lillian Ashworth,
Oc Register,
18 July 2025
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Make fun of the obsessiveness of Method Acting all you like, but Phoenix’s performance in Eddington is unlike any other in his career.—
Scott Phillips,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Have fun piecing together loose, seasonal arrangements in mason jars or vintage pitchers.—
Lauren Thomann,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 July 2025
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“Diversion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diversion. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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