Definition of Deviation

something that is not normal, or breaks the regular pattern of something

Examples of Deviation in a sentence

I decided to entertain a little deviation from my normal routine when I went out to eat instead of making a sandwich for lunch.  

Troublemakers are often referred to as deviants because of the deviation they display from what is considered moral or lawful behavior.  

Sickness can be considered a deviation from your body’s natural state, since your normal state of being would be healthy.  

Normally the birds would fly south for the winter by now, but for some reason there is a deviation from their usual routine and they haven’t left yet.  

Deviation from obeying the speed limit is what causes dangerous accidents on the road, and why most people choose to follow the rules.  

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