WARDS (OFF) Synonyms: 22 Similar and Opposite Words

wards (off)

verb

present tense third-person singular of ward (off)

as in deflects

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While Boeing callously deflects blame for their negligence, a family of one victim finds strength in gathering collective mourning.

— Matthew Carey, Deadline, 14 Oct. 2026
Those that have one benefit from a natural shield that deflects disruptive energy.

— Jacopo Prisco, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of deflects

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The shampoo nourishes the scalp with panthenol and niacinamide, while the conditioner fortifies strands with lipids for thicker-looking hair that resists breakage.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 21 Oct. 2026
The film became the company’s most internationally visible production, but Chavezmontes resists defining Piano by a single title or genre.

— Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 18 Oct. 2026

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This pair is a smart choice for walk-to-run beginners who are looking for a budget-friendly shoe that withstands serious mileage.

— Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2026
If the map withstands a court challenge, Cleaver will have to win over voters in both Democratic Kansas City and the solidly Trump parts of Missouri.

— Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of withstands

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The museum opposes an attempt by the Jewish Federation-Council of Greater Los Angeles and its board chair Daniel Gryczman, who sued in September for the return of Lucas Cranach the Elder’s 16th-century diptych painting Adam and Eve.

— Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 16 Oct. 2026
Doody, a former radio host, also supports school choice and opposes a millionaire tax, two notches in his favor.

— The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 14 Oct. 2026

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