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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Verb

Porsha deflects, saying Drew ruined the mood.

— Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 29 June 2026
Root deflects credit for its hilarity.

— Stephen Rodrick, Rolling Stone, 16 June 2026

Definition of deflects

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The human personality resists easy analysis — that is surely one of Aviv’s takeaways.

— Julia M. Klein, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
The episodes bounce between periods as Angelyne tries new ventures (a music career) and resists others (a Playboy photoshoot), all while avoiding the journalist (Alex Karpovsky) and documentarian (Lukas Gage) trying to uncover her origin story.

— Sara Netzley, Entertainment Weekly, 2 July 2026

Definition of resists

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Meanwhile, the inside is lined with sturdy organic cotton twill, which withstands wear and tear.

— Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 3 July 2026
Each rocker is made from all-weather high- density polyethylene (HDPE) that withstands rain, snow, and wind and resists fading, cracking, and rot.

— Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2026

Definition of withstands

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Republican gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton, however, opposes the tax.

— Naomi Taxay, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026
In traditional astrology, Venus is considered to be in its fall in Virgo — as this sign directly opposes Pisces, Venus’ exaltation — which means its natural qualities are challenged and difficult to express.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 9 July 2026

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