A striped racer, also known as the California whipsnake, is a species of non-venomous snake native to the coast and foothills of California. It is a long, slender, and fast-moving snake, identified by its distinctive stripes running down the length of its body. They primarily feed on lizards and small rodents. The scientific name for this species is Masticophis lateralis.
Evasive maneuver
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Action taken by a person who spys another person approaching whom he would like to avoid.
[Evasive] maneuvers include:Ducking down an aisle or into a cubicle to avoid the person.
Turning around mid-stride and walking away from the person before he spys you.
Making up an elaborate (yet plausible) excuse to get away from the person, i. e. I really want to chat, but [I am late] picking up my kids from daycare. It was good seeing you!
Pretending to be engaged in some important act (i.e. a [telephone call]) so the person is forced to leave your presence.
Evasive maneuver meaning & definition 1 of Evasive maneuver.
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