1. To move or direct something away from its original course or direction
He turned aside to avoid the obstacle.
Ele se desviou para evitar o obstáculo.
2. To reject, dismiss, or refuse something (such as a request, suggestion, or criticism)
She turned aside his advances with a polite smile.
Ela afastou seus avanços com um sorriso educado.
3. To divert attention or conversation away from a topic
He turned aside the difficult question with a joke.
Ele desviou da pergunta difícil com uma piada.