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SIDESTEP

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Sidestep.

Sidestep - as a noun

A step to one side (as in boxing or dancing)

Sidestep - as a verb

Avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues)

Example: "He dodged the issue"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
circumventdodgeduckeludeevadefudgehedgeparryput offskirt
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
avoid
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"She tried to sidestep the responsibility, but her boss held her accountable."
"She tried to sidestep the question by changing the subject."
"He managed to sidestep the oncoming traffic."
"They had to sidestep the broken glass on the sidewalk."
"She has a tendency to sidestep responsibility for her actions."
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Word Game Points

Is SIDESTEP a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, sidestep is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SIDESTEP has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is SIDESTEP a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, sidestep is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SIDESTEP has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is SIDESTEP a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, sidestep is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SIDESTEP has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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