diversion

The main army launched a diversion at the front gate while a small group sneaked in from the back.

(Chinese) 主力部队在前门发起牵制进攻，而一小队人马则从后方潜入。

Creating a loud noise in the lobby served as a diversion for the thieves to escape.

(Chinese) 在大厅制造巨大的噪音成了小偷们逃跑时转移注意力的手段。