Dodge

usgb/dɑːdʒ/
verb

Avoid something by quickly moving away or changing direction.

He managed to dodge the bullet
Visual representation of "dodge" - Avoid something by quickly moving away or changing direction

Often appears as...

  • dodge a bullet
  • dodge a question
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Physical Evasion

Used when describing an action to physically avoid something or someone.

Illustration for Physical Evasion
The cat dodged the water spray deftly.
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Quick Movement

Implies a sudden, often unexpected movement to escape from danger or an unwanted situation.

Illustration for Quick Movement
She dodged to the side when the bee flew at her face.
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