evasive action

• Manobras ou movimentos realizados para evitar perigo, ataque ou situação indesejada, frequentemente usados em contextos militar, aeronáutico ou de trânsito.

Maneuvers or movements taken to avoid danger, attack, or an unwanted situation, often used in military, aviation, or driving contexts.

1. Avoidance maneuverB2formal

   A movement or action taken to avoid something dangerous, unpleasant, or unwanted.

   Ação evasiva

   • The pilot took evasive action to avoid the storm.
   • The driver had to take evasive action to avoid hitting a deer.
   • The company took evasive action to prevent a financial crisis.

2. Avoiding a questionB2formal

   A deliberate attempt to avoid answering a question or addressing a topic directly.

   Evasão de resposta

   • The politician took evasive action when asked about the scandal.
   • She took evasive action by changing the subject.
   • His evasive action during the interview made the journalist suspicious.