Veer toward Meaning in English
expression
释义
To change direction or course, either physically or in attitude, towards something. It can describe movement, opinion, or trend shifting gradually toward a particular side or idea.
用法与细微差别
Semi-formal to neutral in tone. Most common for trends, opinions, decisions, and literal movement (vehicles, people). Usually followed by a noun or idea ('veer toward the left', 'veer toward optimism'). Distinct from 'veer away from' (move opposite).
例句
The car began to veer toward the right side of the road.
basic
His ideas started to veer toward more radical solutions.
basic
The conversation slowly veered toward sports.
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If public opinion continues to veer toward stricter laws, the government may act.
natural
Whenever he gets nervous, his jokes veer toward sarcasm.
natural
Our vacation plans started to veer toward something more adventurous.
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