Answer: deflect

AnswerCrossword Clue
DEFLECTDirect attention away from, as criticism
DEFLECTRicochet
DEFLECTRefuse to answer
DEFLECTPush aside
DEFLECTTurn aside
DEFLECTShunt
DEFLECTParry
DEFLECTTurn from a straight line
DEFLECTDirect attention away from
DEFLECTAvert
deflect(of an object) Change direction after hitting something
deflectCause (something) to change orientation
deflectCause (something) to change direction by interposing something; turn aside from a straight course
deflectCause (someone) to deviate from an intended purpose
deflectto turn aside