avert
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Carlos Fernández de Cossío, Cuba’s deputy foreign minister, said that while the country hopes to avert conflict, it is hardening its defenses.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
News that Samsung Electronics has managed to avert a strike by labor unions sparked another speculative frenzy on the South Korean stock market on Thursday.
From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026
Talks between Samsung and its labor union to avert a walkout collapsed External link on Wednesday.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
The mobilization can’t replace the capacity of shipping or compete on cost, nor can it avert shortages of jet fuel and other energy products.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
If I could avert my eyes from all the kissing people ever, I’m positive that my life would be at least 2 percent more fulfilling.
From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy
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Of Mice and Men
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"Of Mice and Men"
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