avoid
Example Sentences
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The cross-gender viewing allegations at the Lynwood women’s jail are “one of many times when the county could have avoided litigation by simply correcting conditions,” Huntsman said.
From Los Angeles Times
For instance, she said, the agency for many years resisted outsourcing its background check process, partly because of the cost, but also to avoid going against tradition that said the process should be handled in-house.
From Los Angeles Times
England end an 18-match winless streak in Australia and avoid an Ashes clean sweep with a four wicket victory to wrap up a frenetic two-day Test in Melbourne.
From BBC
England ended an 18-match winless streak in Australia and avoided an Ashes clean sweep in a staggering and absurd two-day Test in Melbourne.
From BBC
"Both sides must avoid unprovoked firing or advancement or movement of troops towards the other side's positions or troops," the statement said.
From BBC
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