Ricochet (verb)

1. To cause (something) to rebound or be deflected.
2. To move or cause to move in a way that resembles the rebounding of a ball.

Origin:

Early 17th century (as a noun): from french ricocher "rebound", from re- (expressing intensive force) + coucher "to lie".

Examples:

1. The bullet ricocheted off the metal door and flew into the sky.
2. The tennis ball ricocheted off the net and went straight into my opponent's court.
3. The rock ricocheted down the mountain, kicking up dirt and rocks in its path.
4. Her laughter ricocheted off the walls of the small room.
5. The words of criticism ricocheted around the room and hit everyone present.