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deflect

/dɪfˈlɛkt/

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1 · verb

to cause something to change direction

使偏转；使转向

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The shield helped deflect stones falling from the cliff.
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盾牌帮助挡开从悬崖上落下的石块。
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Pronunciation: /dɪfˈlɛkt/

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