deviations
nounUK /ˌdiːviˈeɪʃənz/
US /ˌdiːviˈeɪʃənz/
Deviations are times when something goes a different way than usual.
The teacher noticed small deviations in the pattern of the drawings.
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2. Differences from an expected amount or value.
The scientist measured the deviations from the average temperature.
3. Changes in the normal path or course of something.
The pilot corrected the plane's deviations from the flight path.
4. Acts of not following a rule or accepted way of doing things.
The coach forgave the players' small deviations from the training plan.