avoidance

Example Sentences

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"Not putting the correct support in place for a young person can lead to severe mental health complications and emotionally-based school avoidance," he says.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

“Shipping has grown more energy intensive in recent years due to longer routes from sanctions on Russia and Red Sea avoidance, as well as faster, less efficient sailing,” the analysts say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

"Whether the Strait is closed by force or rendered inaccessible by risk avoidance, the impact on flows is largely the same," Leon said in a note.

From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026

“Whether the strait is closed by force or rendered inaccessible by risk avoidance, the impact on flows is largely the same,” León said.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 1, 2026

There was a slight, furtive boy whom no one knew, who kept to himself with an inner intensity of avoidance and secrecy.

From "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding