as in turning
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1
as in deviating
to change one's course or direction
at this point the river veers to the southwest before finally emptying into the Atlantic Ocean
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as in swinging
to change the course or direction of (something)
veered the ship abruptly to the right to avoid a collision
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as in cutting
to depart abruptly from a straight line or course
without warning the car veered to the left and into an oncoming truck
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Recent Examples of veering
Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 13 Mar. 2026
That’s a strong hook, but Thai filmmaker Ratchapoom Boonbunchachoke is just getting started with an erotic political tragicomedy that, like a Roomba, is forever veering off in unexpected directions.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 10 Mar. 2026
The curved silhouette subtly frames the décolletage without veering into overt glamour, striking a balance between softness and sophistication.
—Frances Solá-Santiago, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
The beverage program, led by Mariena Mercer Boarini, is polished and exacting without veering into theatrics.
—David Morris, Travel + Leisure, 4 Mar. 2026
The rooms The 132 rooms (including nine suites and a presidential suite) feel airy, soothing, and upscale without veering fussy.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Mar. 2026
Saadzadeh, veering to the middle of the pitch, smartly dished to an open David Manukian.
—Clark Fahrenthold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
As a result, the system is veering toward catastrophe.
—Pete McBride, Time, 27 Feb. 2026
Previous studies have looked at how modifying road markings, like covering up a stop sign or messing with lane lines, can sometimes fool self-driving systems into veering off-course or making unwanted or dangerous maneuvers.
—Adam Ismail, The Drive, 26 Feb. 2026
Verb
The bed suits Alpert’s contemporary style without veering too minimalistic.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 13 Mar. 2026
That’s a strong hook, but Thai filmmaker Ratchapoom Boonbunchachoke is just getting started with an erotic political tragicomedy that, like a Roomba, is forever veering off in unexpected directions.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 10 Mar. 2026
The curved silhouette subtly frames the décolletage without veering into overt glamour, striking a balance between softness and sophistication.
—Frances Solá-Santiago, InStyle, 5 Mar. 2026
The beverage program, led by Mariena Mercer Boarini, is polished and exacting without veering into theatrics.
—David Morris, Travel + Leisure, 4 Mar. 2026
The rooms The 132 rooms (including nine suites and a presidential suite) feel airy, soothing, and upscale without veering fussy.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Mar. 2026
Saadzadeh, veering to the middle of the pitch, smartly dished to an open David Manukian.
—Clark Fahrenthold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
As a result, the system is veering toward catastrophe.
—Pete McBride, Time, 27 Feb. 2026
Previous studies have looked at how modifying road markings, like covering up a stop sign or messing with lane lines, can sometimes fool self-driving systems into veering off-course or making unwanted or dangerous maneuvers.
—Adam Ismail, The Drive, 26 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for veering
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It’s suddenly seemed like deviating from the plan in the name of competing for the Stars and Stripes was a real possibility.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
10 Mar. 2026
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On the flip side, deviating from perfection—not landing the lead in a school play or getting hormonal acne—registers as a personal humiliation rather than an inevitable part of growing up and being human.—
Jenna Ryu,
SELF,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The fear, Webster said, can make young athletes avoid sport-specific movements like cutting or jumping even after physical clearance.—
Ian McMahan,
New York Times,
21 Mar. 2026
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That could mean Mediterranean, Paleo, cutting ultraprocessed foods or another structured approach.—
Lily Hautau,
CNN Money,
21 Mar. 2026
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The renovation preserves that legacy while layering in modern creature comforts, turning the property into a (functional) homage to mountain history rather than a museum piece.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Mar. 2026
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Now, 10 years on, people want to know what the holdup has been on turning it into housing.—
John Ramos,
CBS News,
18 Mar. 2026
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The high waist bunched a little when seated, but it was hardly cause for breaking focus when attempting an inversion (the whipping wind, however, was another story).—
Talia Abbas,
Vogue,
11 Mar. 2026
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Taylor also weighed in on keeping her cool on stage when things go wrong, such as embracing her wig flying off and whipping it around her head, the proper form for double-dutching and having patience in Hollywood.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
26 Feb. 2026
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The genre-swerving approach mirrored the spirit of Cheetos® Flamin’ Hot® Dill Pickle — an unexpected pairing that delivers something spicy.—
Walaa Elsiddig,
Billboard,
17 Mar. 2026
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With SkyCal overhead, the driver was seen swerving around other cars and speeding through red lights as authorities followed close behind.—
Dean Fioresi,
CBS News,
16 Mar. 2026
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In the original script, Laura, despite becoming aware of the twisted role into which she’s been cast, decides to stay with Betty’s family.—
Holden Seidlitz,
New Yorker,
20 Mar. 2026
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Such is the case of David Lowery’s latest curiosity, a stylish thriller about a twisted affair between a pop star (Anne Hathaway) and her fashion designer (Michaela Cole).—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
18 Mar. 2026
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Amid recent criticism over the series diverting from the truth, USA TODAY is helping separate fact from fiction.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
20 Mar. 2026
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The escalating Iran conflict is diverting international attention and resources away from Ukraine’s 4-year-old war with Russia, complicating Kyiv’s efforts to resume peace negotiations.—
Hanna Arhirova,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Mar. 2026
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The sculptural creation hung from her neck like a necklace, before curving over her chest.—
Meg Walters,
InStyle,
16 Mar. 2026
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With its large curving wooden wall, its red carpet and ceiling full of recessed lights, the space is somehow too stately for the show.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Veering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/veering. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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