Synonyms for

Dodges

Verb / ˈdɑ:dʒɪz / Another word for dodges — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To quickly move out of the way of something

Synonyms & similar words

stratagem contrivance elude circumvent parry sidestep skirt scheme hedge evade duck putoff fudge dodge dodging evades avoids sidesteps eludes escapes shirks ditches skips jumps shuns circumvents slips parries bypasses weaves swerves duck darts dives shuffles

Example sentences

  1. The cat dodges the falling object.
  2. She dodges the rain by running under a shelter.
  3. He quickly dodges the oncoming car.
  4. The player dodges the defender and scores a goal.
  5. I dodge the puddles on my way to school.

Quotes

  • Life is like a game of dodgeball, you either dodge the challenges or get hit.
  • In the game of life, learn how to dodge the obstacles and score the goals.
  • Success is not about avoiding failure, it's about learning to dodge it.

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