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Meaning of sidestepping
The primary meaning of "sidestepping" is to avoid something by moving to the side or by evasive action.
Etymology of sidestepping
The word "sidestepping" originates from the phrase "side step", which refers to a step taken to the side, and the suffix "-ing" which forms a present participle
The term has been in use since the mid-19th century, initially in the context of physical movement, and later expanded to include figurative uses
Synonyms
evading
avoiding
dodging
circumventing
skirting
bypassing
diverting
deflecting
parrying
fending
eluding
escaping
shirking
hedging
equivocating
prevaricating
tergiversating
backtracking
retreating
recoiling
recoiling
shying
flinching
wincing
cringing
cowering
quailing
blenching
balking
jibing
shying
demurring
refusing
declining
rejecting
spurning
repudiating
disclaiming
Definitions
- To step or move to the side, especially in order to avoid something or someone
- * To avoid a problem, difficulty, or responsibility by being evasive or indirect
- * To deliberately avoid giving a direct answer or making a clear decision
Usage Examples
- The politician was accused of sidestepping the question about her involvement in the scandal
- * The hiker had to sidestep the puddle to avoid getting her shoes wet
- * The company is sidestepping the issue of employee benefits to focus on profit margins
Antonyms
confronting
facing
addressing
tackling
handling
dealing
meeting
encountering
engaging
approaching
advancing
progressing
proceeding
continuing
pursuing
facing
accepting
embracing
welcoming
inviting