deviate

verb
UK /ˈdiːvieɪt/
US /ˈdiːvieɪt/

To go a different way from the usual or planned path.

The hikers had to deviate from the trail when they saw a fallen tree.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. To do something different from what is normal or expected.

He rarely deviates from his morning routine.

3. To turn away from a subject being discussed.

Please don't deviate from the main topic of the meeting.

4. To move away from an accepted standard or rule.

The company deviated from safety rules and was fined.