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
ABC News, 17 Apr. 2026
The incident occurred during landing, with the plane veering off a road and crashing into a rock.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
Cruz collided with the victim's car and several other vehicles parked on the street before veering into a home and coming to a stop in the driveway, prosecutors said.
—Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
Footage from the rear camera of a vehicle obtained by TV station KTLA shows a speeding Corvette cutting between cars moving left toward the center lanes and then suddenly swinging hard to the right, veering across multiple lanes of freeway traffic.
—Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2026
Follow the herd downhill, veering right at the fork to explore the antiques stalls on the Plaza del General Vara del Rey.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026
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
Verb
Hungary, a major net recipient of EU funds, had come under increasing criticism for veering away from democratic norms.
—ABC News, 17 Apr. 2026
The incident occurred during landing, with the plane veering off a road and crashing into a rock.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
Cruz collided with the victim's car and several other vehicles parked on the street before veering into a home and coming to a stop in the driveway, prosecutors said.
—Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
Footage from the rear camera of a vehicle obtained by TV station KTLA shows a speeding Corvette cutting between cars moving left toward the center lanes and then suddenly swinging hard to the right, veering across multiple lanes of freeway traffic.
—Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2026
Follow the herd downhill, veering right at the fork to explore the antiques stalls on the Plaza del General Vara del Rey.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026
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
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
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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
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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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According to officials, a deputy arrived at the scene and spotted the bus swerving out of its lane.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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While driving the five miles home, she was recorded tailgating other vehicles, swerving off the road and crossing over into the on-coming lane, according to the Daily Mail.—
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
13 Apr. 2026
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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
Cite this Entry
“Veering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/veering. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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