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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

deflection

/dɪˈflɛkʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does deflection mean?

noun

The act of deflecting or the state of being deflected. A change in direction or course, often sudden or unexpected.

Example

"The car's deflection off the road was caused by a pothole."

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