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.
(..) Yes, Timon; this is my home. Hyenas. I hate hyenas. So what's your plan for getting past those guys? Live bait. Good idea. Hey. Come on, Timon-- you guys have to crate a diversion. What do you want me to do? Dress in drag and do the hula? If you're hungry for a hunk of fat and juicy meat (..)1994 The Lion King