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.
(..) through strength of arms. Not for ourselves. But we can give Frodo his chance if we keep Sauron's Eye fixed upon us. Keep him blind to all else that moves. A diversion. Certainty of death... ...small chance of success... ...what are we waiting for? Sauron will suspect a trap. (..)2003 The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King