Sheer off

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verb

To swerve or change direction quickly or suddenly.

The car sheered off to avoid the pedestrians.
Visual representation of "sheer off" - To swerve or change direction quickly or suddenly.

Often appears as...

  • car sheer off
  • boat sheer off
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Abrupt Movement

Describes a sudden and quick action, often to avoid danger or collision.

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The skateboarder sheered off to dodge the oncoming cyclist.
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Quick Reaction

Used when someone or something reacts instantly to an unexpected situation.

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Seeing the falling tree, the bus sheered off into another lane.
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Steering Control

Often involves handling a steering mechanism to change direction rapidly.

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The driver sheered off to the right to enter the bypass road.
Visual representation of the word "Sheer off"

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