To divert (attention, etc.).
To touch the ball, often unwittingly, after a shot or a sharp pass, thereby making it unpredictable for the other players.
To make (something) deviate from its original path.
To avoid addressing (questions, criticism, etc.).
To deviate from its original path.
To clarify a situation or concept to (an audience).
To bribe or corrupt.
To stand up, especially from a sitting position.
To cause to become straight.
To become straight.
To put in order; to sort; to tidy up.