The phrase "as a deflection" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing a tactic or method to divert attention or avoid a direct response in a conversation or argument.
Example: "When confronted with difficult questions, he often responds with humor as a deflection to avoid the topic."
Alternatives: "as a diversion" or "as a redirection".
Tom Evenson, a spokesman for Mr. Walker's campaign, described the new ad as a deflection.
The sensor utilizes a structured elastomer as a deflection element sandwiched between the plates of a parallel plate capacitor device.
More specifically, the observer on the ground experiences the Coriolis force as a deflection of the relative motion to the right in the Northern Hemisphere and to the left in the Southern Hemisphere.
The game was sealed when Pedro, only on the pitch for three minutes, scored a stunning overhead kick as a deflection looped in the air to him.
X-Ray Test – Running X-ray tests to inspect any possible battery issue such as a deflection of the electrode, which we found to be one of causes of the Note7 issue.
Alexander's rocket put world number four Britain back ahead, but Olympic bronze medallists Australia equalised on the stroke of half-time as a deflection went through goalkeeper James Fair's legs and was tapped in by Jason Wilson.
Each column is modeled as an elastica, allowing for large deflections.
Critics feel it shifts focus from the working class, though fetishization of the working class can just as easily be a deflection from one's own privilege.
Not that his afternoon got any better as Dundee hit the front in 62 minutes with the aid of a deflection as a Ross shot spun off Sean Dillon.
Impressively, new signing Andy Keogh has scored a couple of goals in the FFA Cup, as well as four goals in two games in the A-League (I'm giving him that second goal that went in off a deflection – as he said, "if you don't shoot you don't score").
Brazilian Alan levelled with the aid of a deflection as the visitors were caught short in defence.
