そらす
N1逸らす
[sorasu]
Definitions
1.Godan verb with 'su' ending; transitive verb
to turn away (one's eyes, face, etc.); to avert; to divert (e.g. one's attention); to evade (e.g. a question); to change (e.g. the subject)
2.Godan verb with 'su' ending; transitive verb
to displease; to annoy; to offend; to upset
3.Godan verb with 'su' ending; transitive verb
to miss (the target, ball, etc.)
Example Sentences
彼女は目をそらして質問に答えなかった。
She averted her eyes and didn't answer the question.
話題をそらして核心に触れないようにした。
I changed the subject to avoid touching on the core issue.
恥ずかしくて彼の視線から目をそらした。
I was embarrassed and looked away from his gaze.