sidestep
//ˈsaɪdˌstɛp//
Verb
sidestepInfinitive
sidestepPresent tense
sidesteppedPast tense
sidesteppedPast participle
sidesteppingPresent participle
sidestepsThird-person singular
1
To step to one side in order to avoid something or someone.
She sidestepped to avoid the puddle on the sidewalk.
2
To avoid dealing with or discussing a problem, question, or issue.
The politician sidestepped the reporter's question about the scandal.
Noun
1
A step taken to one side, especially to avoid something.
He made a quick sidestep to avoid the puddle.