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

In his college career — two seasons at Maryland and two seasons at Michigan — Barham accounted for 193 tackles, 23 tackles for loss, 12 sacks and seven pass deflections across 48 games played. — Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Aug. 2026

Harvey accumulated 121 total tackles, four picks, 28 passes deflections as well as forced and recovered a pair of fumbles. — Miami Herald, 7 Aug. 2026

Rookie defensive tackle Anthony Campbell continued to turn heads with pass deflections and a sack, while John Williams, returning from injury, proved his versatility across the offensive line. — Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Josiah Rand, Chaminade, senior Elite speed and a nose for the football, Rand tied for the team lead with 50 tackles for Chaminade, had two pass deflections and forced a fumble. — Ethan Hanson, Daily News, 31 July 2026

Not interceptions nor pass deflections; not passing yards allowed nor touchdowns given up. — Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 26 July 2026

His active hands have created some steals and deflections, scrapping in the post and not letting guys post him up. — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 23 July 2026

Hegseth became defensive, trying to talk over Ossoff and responding only with boilerplate deflections about the greatness of the American military and how Iran would never get a nuclear weapon. — Tom Nichols, The Atlantic, 22 July 2026

In 96 career games, Wallace recorded 333 tackles, 56 pass deflections and 12 interceptions. — Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 18 July 2026