Turn Aside

B1 8+

Synonyms of turn aside

Collocations of turn aside

temptation
Frequency: 80 %

He had to constantly turn aside from temptation in order to stay on the right path.

attention
Frequency: 70 %

The distraction caused him to turn aside his attention from the task at hand.

path
Frequency: 60 %

She turned aside from the main path to explore a hidden trail in the forest.

request
Frequency: 50 %

She politely turned aside his request for a loan, explaining that she couldn't help him.

offer
Frequency: 45 %

He turned aside the generous offer, feeling that he didn't deserve it.

Idiomatic Expressions for turn aside

  • Phrase: turn a blind eye
    Meaning: to ignore or pretend not to notice something
    Usage: The manager chose to turn a blind eye to the employee's tardiness.