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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2
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
Malia Griggs, Glamour, 8 Apr. 2026
While pig butchering operations are veering toward the sophisticated and professional, horrendous abuses persist.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 7 Apr. 2026
This denim pair features a subtle, on-trend barrel cut that feels like a stylish step up from a standard straight leg without veering into baggy territory.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 4 Apr. 2026
Sonder marked a veering into pop territory for Kennedy, who remains proud of his artistic evolution.
—Rachel Desantis, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
Related Stories The film shatters stereotypical visuals of space, veering away from cold and desaturated colors, and using warmer tones such as orange.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 31 Mar. 2026
Videos posted on social media show the delivery robot from Serve Robotics driving almost halfway past the bus shelter before suddenly veering toward it.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 26 Mar. 2026
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
Verb
The pull-on waistband hits around the belly button, and the slightly wide-leg sweatpant shape feels relaxed without veering into bell-bottom territory.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 8 Apr. 2026
While pig butchering operations are veering toward the sophisticated and professional, horrendous abuses persist.
—Charlie Campbell, Time, 7 Apr. 2026
This denim pair features a subtle, on-trend barrel cut that feels like a stylish step up from a standard straight leg without veering into baggy territory.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 4 Apr. 2026
Sonder marked a veering into pop territory for Kennedy, who remains proud of his artistic evolution.
—Rachel Desantis, PEOPLE, 3 Apr. 2026
Related Stories The film shatters stereotypical visuals of space, veering away from cold and desaturated colors, and using warmer tones such as orange.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 31 Mar. 2026
Videos posted on social media show the delivery robot from Serve Robotics driving almost halfway past the bus shelter before suddenly veering toward it.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 26 Mar. 2026
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for veering
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Accordingly, the warring factions have competed to depict themselves as the true embodiment of MAGA and paint their rivals as undermining Trump or deviating from his precepts.—
Jonathan Chait,
The Atlantic,
25 Mar. 2026
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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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This is an unsustainable path if the state hopes to avoid cutting health, education and other priorities.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2026
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Another option is to remove some of the pups, by cutting under the plants, and gathering the leaves with roots.—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Your 12th House of Silence hosts ambitious Mars, who’s cheering on Pluto in your 10th House of Audiences, turning private prep into public credibility without draining you.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
16 Apr. 2026
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But the team wasted no time turning a new leaf.—
Juli McDonald,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Subtlety never stood a chance, with Cardi leaning fully into the chaos all night — chopping the air with her arms, sticking out her tongue, whipping her head, contorting her body, dropping into splits and backbends without warning.—
Théoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Apr. 2026
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State’s attorneys allege the pair engaged in a long-term pattern of mental and physical abuse of young Markell, including whipping him with a belt.—
Charles Selle,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2026
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In one video, her husband can be seen speeding his car at her from behind in a parking lot and swerving to miss her at the last moment.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2026
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Meghan took to social media Thursday, April 2, to share a video of her husband and their son Prince Archie, 6, swerving down the slopes.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The twisted brick Blavatnik Building extension has doubled the hanging space and does a nice line in river views from the top floor.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
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Out front, the home’s first impression comes from mature olives that make a statement by real provenance — from twisted trunks to branches of green leaves and fruit — not from landscaping-in-a-box.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
11 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The Middle East conflict has required diverting key systems from Asia.—
Editorial Board,
Washington Post,
10 Apr. 2026
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State officials have relied on the practice of diverting all hazmat trucks off I-70 and over 11,990-foot Loveland Pass.—
Bruce Finley,
Denver Post,
9 Apr. 2026
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The flat roofline and angled exterior are complemented by a curving stair and lush garden just beyond.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Apr. 2026
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When planning out your garden wall, consider curving the edges upward.—
Tessa Cooper,
The Spruce,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Veering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/veering. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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