Synonyms of deflections

deflections

noun

plural of deflection

as in deviations

a turning away from a course or standard

a stern father who would not tolerate the slightest deflection from the strict moral code that he imposed on his children

Synonyms & Similar Words

• deviations
• departures
• detours
• divergences
• divergencies
• diversions
• regressions
• reversions
• divagations
• retrogressions

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• adherences

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of deflections

France couldn’t complete many of its signature long ball passes due to positioning of Spain’s midfielders and a number of timely deflections. — Jim Barnes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 July 2026

The former Alabama standout has 64 starts across his six-year NFL career to go along with 20 picks and 63 pass deflections. — Miami Herald, 11 July 2026

Toure had three tackles for loss, two sacks and six pass deflections. — Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 29 June 2026

In 201 career games, Peterson recorded 36 interceptions, 122 pass deflections, 652 total tackles and four sacks. — Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 27 June 2026

It’s been presented annually since 2016-17, and the recipient is determined by a statistical formula incorporating the metrics of deflections, loose balls recovered, charges drawn, screen assists, contested shots and box outs. — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 28 May 2026

The defense was even more toxic, with Caruso’s positioning and Cason Wallace’s deflections. — Darnell Mayberry, New York Times, 27 May 2026

The Jets had the best goalie on the planet, but the Avs broke them with a flurry of tips, deflections and screened shots that Connor Hellebuyck did not handle. — Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 23 May 2026

While Jaquez did not provide the eye-popping scoring of some of her teammates, the wing brought a cool effectiveness to the defensive side of the ball while tallying a pair of assists and a handful of deflections. — Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 10 May 2026