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as in entertainments
someone or something that provides amusement or enjoyment
a scavenger hunt was organized as a diversion for the guests at the party
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as in amusements
the act or activity of providing pleasure or amusement especially for the public
movies and television became two of the most popular and influential diversions of the 20th century
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as in deviations
a turning away from a course or standard
carefully weighed testimony that did not contain the slightest diversion from the truth
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Recent Examples of diversions
Beyond your beach chaise, diversions include Andromeda Botanic Gardens, an oasis of tropical trees and exotic blooms.
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Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2026
Water diversions for farmland alter the timing and temperature of river flows.
—Eric Palkovacs, The Conversation, 26 May 2026
As far as the launch’s effect on air traffic, the FAA stated there were six departure delays, five airborne holding events and no aircraft diversions.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 May 2026
A lot of these reforms, including ACA in its own way, were diversions.
—Aisha Nyandoro, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Today, the five-room inn is known as a charming and cozy retreat with convenient access to local diversions.
—Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 8 May 2026
From last year’s clubhouse diversions, the basketball hoop and the pool table remain.
—Ronald Blum, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
Checkpoints, road closures and diversions have become routine sights, particularly around sensitive zones.
—ABC News, 25 Apr. 2026
Water diversions for irrigation have also remained stable at between 30-35 million acre feet per year for the last 40 years, even though the value of farm production has roughly doubled.
—Edward Ring, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2026
Water diversions for farmland alter the timing and temperature of river flows.
—Eric Palkovacs, The Conversation, 26 May 2026
As far as the launch’s effect on air traffic, the FAA stated there were six departure delays, five airborne holding events and no aircraft diversions.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 May 2026
A lot of these reforms, including ACA in its own way, were diversions.
—Aisha Nyandoro, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
Today, the five-room inn is known as a charming and cozy retreat with convenient access to local diversions.
—Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 8 May 2026
From last year’s clubhouse diversions, the basketball hoop and the pool table remain.
—Ronald Blum, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
Checkpoints, road closures and diversions have become routine sights, particularly around sensitive zones.
—ABC News, 25 Apr. 2026
Water diversions for irrigation have also remained stable at between 30-35 million acre feet per year for the last 40 years, even though the value of farm production has roughly doubled.
—Edward Ring, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for diversions
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Weisberger’s book may have been an opportunistic takedown, but the director David Frankel and the screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna spun it into one of the finer Hollywood entertainments of its era, with the pleasing sophistication and bitchery of a classic studio comedy from the forties or fifties.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
29 Apr. 2026
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The park allow visitors to experience the movie stories; the movies remind you of the park rides; the whole reminds you of beloved childhood entertainments.—
Mark Lane,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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Families can enjoy boardwalk amusements in Old Orchard Beach, vintage arcades in York, and water parks in Saco.—
Jacqueline Dole,
Travel + Leisure,
14 May 2026
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There's a mix of on-the-beach relaxation (which is also pet-friendly) and off-the-beach amusements, such as go-kart tracks, a handful of mini-golf courses, a number of ice cream shops, and good restaurants.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
19 Jan. 2026
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Epitaxial growth of SiC on wafers requires temperatures above 2732°F and precise precursor chemistry; even small process deviations can generate micropipe defects that render devices inoperable.—
Aditya Jadhav,
Interesting Engineering,
1 June 2026
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The application calls for neighborhood development and site development permits for work within the public right of way fronting 1595 Coast Walk, including deviations to allow a new driveway and for two existing guest parking spaces to remain.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 May 2026
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These delights have been a favorite of holiday parties for decades.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
3 June 2026
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Fried delights have been a part of Rioja’s playbook since Jennifer Jasinski and Beth Gruitch opened the restaurant in 2004, Dale said.—
Miguel Otárola,
Denver Post,
2 June 2026
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The opening credits have also led to some viral social media recreations.—
Carolyn Burt,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
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If summer signals miles-long runs and outdoor recreations, the Cloudrunner 2 Sneakers will integrate seamlessly into your warm-weather plans.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
17 May 2026
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At present, not many of those potential departures have developed.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
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In addition to the departures at NIAID, 14 of the 27 institutes and centers within NIH are missing permanent directors.—
Kaylah Jackson,
NBC news,
2 June 2026
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After all, those extensions that looked so good at your dinner and drinks might not prove as fun at the beach or water park.—
Annie Blay-Tettey,
Allure,
4 June 2026
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The Outer Banks, a group of barrier islands just off the North Carolina coast, placed 14th on the publication’s Top 18 list of getaways offering fun and relaxation for the whole family.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Charlotte Observer,
4 June 2026
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Saturday drivers across Sacramento navigated detours through the heart of the city while crews completed critical work on the Business 80 bridge over the American River.—
Conor McGill,
CBS News,
31 May 2026
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State transportation officials ask motorists to plan ahead and be prepared for the closure, followed detours and local laws on parking.—
Pioneer Press,
Twin Cities,
28 May 2026
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“Diversions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diversions. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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