sidestep

[sahyd-step]

sidestep Definition

• 1. to avoid something by stepping to the side
• 2. to avoid giving a direct answer to a question

Using sidestep: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sidestep" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She sidestepped the puddle and walked on the grass.

• Example

  The politician sidestepped the question about his involvement in the scandal.

• Example

  He tried to sidestep the issue by changing the subject.

sidestep Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sidestep

• dodge
• evade
• circumvent
• skirt
• bypass

Antonyms for sidestep

• confront
• face
• address

Phrases with sidestep

• sidestep someone

  to avoid or evade someone

  Example

  He sidestepped his ex-girlfriend when he saw her at the party.

• sidestep an issue

  to avoid discussing or dealing with a difficult issue

  Example

  The company tried to sidestep the issue of workers' rights by offering a small pay increase.

• sidestep responsibility

  to avoid taking responsibility for something

  Example

  The CEO tried to sidestep responsibility for the company's poor financial performance.

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Summary: sidestep in Brief

The verb 'sidestep' [sahyd-step] means to avoid something by stepping to the side, or to avoid giving a direct answer to a question. It can be used literally, as in 'She sidestepped the puddle,' or figuratively, as in 'The politician sidestepped the question.' Phrases like 'sidestep an issue' and 'sidestep responsibility' are common, and synonyms include 'dodge,' 'evade,' and 'circumvent.'