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diversion

diversion, distraction

noun dee-vair-SYOHN Rare
Communication Expressions

Also means

detour (traffic)

Usage Note

Diversion covers both tactical distraction (creating a diversion) and road detours when traffic is redirected. The phrase faire diversion (to create a diversion) is common in both military and figurative contexts — politicians and actors alike font diversion to deflect attention.

Examples

"Il a créé une diversion pour s'échapper."

Natural Translation

He created a diversion to escape.

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