diverted

verb

Definition of divertednext
past tense of divert
1
as in amused
to cause (someone) to pass the time agreeably occupied a light comedy to divert the tired business executive

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2
as in turned
to change the course or direction of (something) the bike race was diverted around the construction zone

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3
as in distracted
to draw the attention or mind to something else trying to divert the child with a toy while the doctor was giving her a shot

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Recent Examples of diverted Bauman offered an amendment that would have diverted the funding to street reconstruction and paving projects, and a city fund that helps first-time homebuyers with down payments. — Tom Daykin, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024 But any amount of traffic diverted should help the gridlock, the councilman said. — Erin Couch, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024 But upon arrival, it was diverted to Williamsport, as were some other SMU private planes. — Chris Vannini, The Athletic, 21 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for diverted
  1. amused
  2. distracted
  3. entertained
  4. whipped
  5. redirected
  6. shifted
Verb
  • For his part, Tommy seems equal parts amused and admiring of the widow.
    — Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 29 Dec. 2024
  • Reddit users in the comments section were amused by the post, with many mothers jumping in to share what songs their babies were obsessed with.
    — Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of amused
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  • Slot said Alexander-Arnold was not distracted by fluttering eyes in Spain but the right-back looked like a man with his mind elsewhere.
    — Phil Hay, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Meanwhile, some basic realities are that Russia is distracted by the war Ukraine, and is not of much help to Iran's regional military strategy.
    — Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
Definition of distracted
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  • Weed Jenga is the perfect way to keep your guests entertained and laughing throughout the night.
    — Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 30 Dec. 2024
  • Bring Entertainment Pack toys, books, and games to keep your toddler entertained.
    — Judy Koutsky, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Definition of entertained
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  • In at least four of the heists, the thieves threatened their victim with a gun; one victim was pistol whipped, cops said.
    — Roni Jacobson, New York Daily News, 23 Dec. 2024
  • At the final whistle, James ran onto the field and whipped a towel through the air.
    — Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of whipped
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  • Their task was to get the parcels organized, redirected and delivered in six months.
    — Emily Krauser, People.com, 22 Dec. 2024
  • Questions to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention were redirected to Human Health Services, which also went unanswered.
    — Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of redirected
Verb
  • Also cut off from Russian gas, Moldova has over the past week shifted to more expensive alternatives, including electricity from Romania.
    — Andrew Higgins, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Around midseason, Browns coaching consultant Mike Vrabel shifted his primary focus from helping the tight ends to helping the offensive line.
    — Zac Jackson, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
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