as in deviations
a turning away from a course or standard
we'll regard this relapse as just a brief detour on your road to recovery from substance abuse
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as in bypasses
to avoid by going around
we had to detour the construction zone in order to get to the stadium
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Recent Examples of detours
Jed Gottlieb, Boston Herald, 7 Sep. 2025
That means embracing detours as part of the plan.
—Mark Murphy, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
The book functions as a set of nesting dolls, offering stories embedded in stories, a series of overlapping detours and evasions that ultimately coalesce as a vivid and coherent whole.
—Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2025
There are no detours related to the this project, Zeigler said.
—Craig Shoup, Nashville Tennessean, 4 Sep. 2025
Milwaukee drivers should expect traffic detours as two bridges are set to be closed to traffic for most of fall.
—Cailey Gleeson, jsonline.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Going straight to the source means your sensitive details don't take unnecessary detours.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Within the construction area, traffic is directed to go one-way, resulting in lengthier detours for residents.
—Erin Yarnall, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2025
There will be detours for each closure.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Noun
Dickinson’s willingness to indulge these detours made the record his most fun, strange and diverse solo project yet.
—Jed Gottlieb, Boston Herald, 7 Sep. 2025
That means embracing detours as part of the plan.
—Mark Murphy, Forbes.com, 7 Sep. 2025
The book functions as a set of nesting dolls, offering stories embedded in stories, a series of overlapping detours and evasions that ultimately coalesce as a vivid and coherent whole.
—Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2025
There are no detours related to the this project, Zeigler said.
—Craig Shoup, Nashville Tennessean, 4 Sep. 2025
Milwaukee drivers should expect traffic detours as two bridges are set to be closed to traffic for most of fall.
—Cailey Gleeson, jsonline.com, 4 Sep. 2025
Going straight to the source means your sensitive details don't take unnecessary detours.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Within the construction area, traffic is directed to go one-way, resulting in lengthier detours for residents.
—Erin Yarnall, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2025
There will be detours for each closure.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for detours
Noun
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Even the smallest deviations during assembly can create measurable differences in performance.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Sep. 2025
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There may be slight deviations from the podcast audio.—
Amanda Luberto,
AZCentral.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The ten nations most affected by climate change over two decades received under 2% of total flows, evidence that the money systematically bypasses those on the frontlines.—
Felicia Jackson,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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That offering bypasses insurers and pharmacy benefit managers, allowing patients to directly purchase Zepbound and some of Eli Lilly’s other drugs from the company.—
Annika Kim Constantino,
CNBC,
24 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The Uncut Gems star's ensemble deviates from his signature style, which typically includes oversize T-shirts, hoodies and shorts, as well as stylish sneakers.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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The Act’s control over owners and clubs also deviates substantially from American practices and is chilling to investment.—
Chris Deubert,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Ruthlessly exiling those players sent a clear message about the importance of squad harmony, but arguably handed the leverage in negotiations to buying clubs, driving down their prices and delaying their departures.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Her exit followed the departures of Devon Walker, Michael Longfellow and Emil Wakim.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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RoboBallet avoids this trap by learning general coordination rules rather than memorising specific cases.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Sep. 2025
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The first season of The Office was particularly unpleasant at times, with some of Michael’s most appalling behavior, and The Paper avoids this almost entirely.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Sound Of Music turns 60 this year – and Disney has happily opted to celebrate the occasion by remastering the film in 4K resolution and high dynamic range for a worldwide re-release at the cinema and on 4K Blu-ray disc.—
John Archer,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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However, a third gang member shows up, and Peaches (as well as the couple) are shot to death in a burglary that quickly turns into a homicidal scene with multiple bodies.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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But the Free Speech Coalition said companies might still be liable if a user in a state requiring age verification circumvents geographic targeting with a VPN.—
Jasmine Mithani,
Them.,
3 Sep. 2025
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Unfortunately, this entire process circumvents the necessary regulatory and congressional oversight processes.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
19 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Toward the end of autumn, Paul McCartney swings through the United Center for a pair of dates on his Got Back Tour.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Sep. 2025
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One lucky executive will soon take charge of the grandest park of them all when Disneyland swings open its doors on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Detours.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/detours. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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