↩️sidestep

Meaning

To avoid something by stepping aside; to evade a problem or question indirectly.

Example Sentences

The politician tried to sidestep the difficult question.

Example Expressions

sidestep the issue

Synonyms

avoid, evade, dodge, bypass, elude

Antonyms

confront, face, tackle

Collocations

sidestep the issue, sidestep responsibility, sidestep the question