CEFR B2

diversion

noun

Meaning

A change of course or direction; something that distracts attention from something else.

Examples

The parade was a welcome diversion from the usual city bustle.
His constant jokes served as a diversion during the long meeting.

Synonyms: detour, distraction, entertainment, recreation

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diversion (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /daɪˈvɜːrʒən/

Definition

A change of course or direction; something that distracts attention from something else.

Examples

The parade was a welcome diversion from the usual city bustle.
His constant jokes served as a diversion during the long meeting.
Police set up a diversion to keep cars away from the collapsed bridge.

How to Use diversion

diversion from (prepositional phrase): Something that distracts from a main activity or situation. — "The music provided a pleasant diversion from his studies."
diversion to (prepositional phrase): A change of route or direction. — "The road closure required a diversion to the next town."

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