verb as in strong fondness

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divert, distract, disorient

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Example Sentences

Example:The army was diverted from urban combat to counterinsurgency operations.

Definition:to turn away from a specific purpose or direction, often towards a new one.

From divert

Example:The enemy's tactics were designed to distract and disorient the troops.

Definition:to divert attention or resources away from a specific goal or mission.

From distract

Example:The enemy's plan was to disorient the forces before an ambush.

Definition:to cause confusion or disarray in direction or purpose.

From disorient