as in to turn
to change the course or direction of (something)
upon hearing the noise, he redirected his gaze to the window
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Recent Examples of redirect
Users who click through to partner programming will be redirected to those apps.
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Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 19 May 2026
New infrastructure projects and trade deals are redirecting the flow of fossil fuels around the Strait of Hormuz.
—Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 19 May 2026
Perhaps the board’s efforts could be redirected toward seeking help from other neighbors to assist those who are going through very difficult times.
—Kelly G. Richardson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 May 2026
Two Boston city councilors are calling for the city to rescind Mayor Michelle Wu’s $43,000 raise and the Council’s tiered $21,500 raise and redirect that money to restore budget cuts amid a $70 million shortfall.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 19 May 2026
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Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 19 May 2026
New infrastructure projects and trade deals are redirecting the flow of fossil fuels around the Strait of Hormuz.
—Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 19 May 2026
Perhaps the board’s efforts could be redirected toward seeking help from other neighbors to assist those who are going through very difficult times.
—Kelly G. Richardson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 May 2026
Two Boston city councilors are calling for the city to rescind Mayor Michelle Wu’s $43,000 raise and the Council’s tiered $21,500 raise and redirect that money to restore budget cuts amid a $70 million shortfall.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 19 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for redirect
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Professional commentators tended to see these developments in so many local terms—turning, for their explanations, to national histories, cultures and institutions.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
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The question turned into an accidental personality test, exposing some of each artist’s values.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
18 May 2026
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When Bz points north, Earth’s field resists it; when Bz swings south, the two fields connect, allowing plasma to stream in.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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In a matter of hours, the South Korean Kospi swung from a fresh record high, above the 8,000 milestone, to a 6% loss.—
Katie Foley,
CNBC,
15 May 2026
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Finally, a Stanford study revealed that while AI frees up time, most users divert it to entertainment instead of productive endeavors.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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But instead of simply passing offshore, increasing numbers are now diverting into San Francisco Bay and lingering for days or even weeks inside the crowded estuary — a shift scientists increasingly link to climate change.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 May 2026
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The puck deflected off the outstretched stick of Ottawa defender Rory Guilday and into the back of the net.—
Hailey Salvian,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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Mack then pushed the Marlins’ lead to 3-0 with a two-run single with the bases loaded in the fourth that deflected off second baseman Ozzie Albies’ glove and into right field to score Kyle Stowers and Marsee.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
19 May 2026
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There’s also a menu of small snacks, with mezzes like hummus, tzatziki, whipped feta, falafel, halloumi, artichoke and eggplant.—
Connie Ogle
May 15,
Miami Herald,
15 May 2026
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The one-time Ducks first-round draft pick whipped a shot through traffic from just above the slot.—
Andrew Knoll,
Oc Register,
15 May 2026
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“Redirect.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/redirect. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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