受け流す
Reading: うけながす
Meaning: to deflect, to parry, to dodge
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Example Sentence
冗談 を 上手く 受け流した
I skillfully deflected the joke.
Usage Notes
Used both literally for physical actions and figuratively for avoiding issues.
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