deflect(
dih
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flehkt
)A transitive verb is a verb that requires a direct object (e.g., I bought a book.).
a. desviar
The wind deflected the arrow and I missed the target.El viento desvió la flecha y no le di al blanco.
2. (figurative) (to divert)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
a. desviar
He tried to deflect attention from his lawsuits by insulting his opponent.Trató de desviar la atención de sus demandas insultando a su oponente.
An intransitive verb is one that does not require a direct object (e.g., The man sneezed.).
a. desviarse
The ball will deflect at different angles depending on where you hit it.La pelota se desviará en ángulos distintos dependiendo de dónde le pegas.
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