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How to pronounce “deflection

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Pronunciation guide for deflection

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of deflection with real speech in context.
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Real speech example
The Marvels and Mysteries Revealed by the James Webb Space Telescopeby looking at gravitational deflection --
Definition summary
The act of deflecting or something deflected.

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How to pronounce deflection

The Marvels and Mysteries Revealed by the James Webb Space Telescope

by looking at gravitational deflection --

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “deflection

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • The act of deflecting or something deflected.
  • Deviation (of a needle or other indicator or mechanism) from a previous position.
  • (figuratively) The act of refusing to address something (questions, criticism, etc.).
  • (psychology) The act of rejecting culpability by redirecting blame elsewhere.
  • Bending or deformation under load.
  • (chess) A tactic that forces an opposing piece to leave the square, rank or file it occupies, thus exposing the king or a valuable piece

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