Answer:

swerves

Answer	Crossword Clue
SWERVES	Veers suddenly
SWERVES	Tries to avoid a pothole
SWERVES	Sudden turns

SWERVES	Deflects.
SWERVES	Veers.
SWERVES	Twists.

Crossword

a puzzle consisting of a grid of squares and blanks into which words crossing vertically and horizontally are written according to clues.