Definition of Sidestep
Sidestep
side·step
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To avoid or evade something by moving to the side.
e.g. The politician tried to sidestep the question about her past scandals.
(verb)
to avoid something due to its being disagreeable or problematic, especially to evade some discussion or action;
e.g. She managed to sidestep the reporters' questions by changing the subject.
(noun)
a step taken to one side, often in order to avoid something or someone;
e.g. The boxer's sidestep helped him avoid being hit by his opponent.
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