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SYDST-ep/ˈsaɪdstep/

To sidestep is to avoid dealing with a question or problem: sidestep the empty n, sidestep a finding. Evade (already in the dictionary) is the close twin; a dodge is still a methods fail.

Meaning

To avoid dealing with a question or problem (from evade, already in the dictionary).

Examples

• “Do not sidestep the empty n; put the raw count in the cell.”
• “Evade is already in this course. Dodge is the close twin. A dodge is a slogan. A codebook line is methods. Write the raw number; then polish the abstract if the rule still allows it.”

Good to know

Dodge a question or duty. Close: evade (already in the dictionary). A dodge ≠ a filled n.

Near in meaning

evade, dodge, skirt

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