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Deflection

usgb/dɪˈflekʃn/Volume
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Physical Interaction

Usually involves an object touching another to cause deflection.

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The soccer ball's deflection off the goalie's hands changed its course.
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Directional Change

Indicates a significant alteration in path, not just a minor detour.

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The car's deflection from the road avoided an accident.
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Unintentional Shift

Deflection often happens unexpectedly and isn’t planned.

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The sudden deflection of the frisbee caught the players off guard.
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