diversion

Definition

  • noun: the act of changing the direction or use of something
  • noun: the act or an instance of 'diverting' from a course, activity, or use
  • synonyms: amusement, pastime, play

Examples

  • The officials were charged with illegal 'diversion' of public funds. [=they were charged with using public money illegally for some improper purpose]

  • The bad weather forced the 'diversion' of several flights. [=several flights had to land somewhere else because of bad weather]

  • Sports provide him with a welcome 'diversion' from the pressures of his job.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I'm getting a text from Il Duce in Hong Kong. "Need to know the Seed's estimated blast range." Duh. I'll do the diversion! Get that thing somewhere safe! Killers are coming! Guys, we gotta go! Guys, guys... - Shut up! Shut up! (..)
    2014 Transformers: Age of Extinction