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avoidance

[uh-void-ns] / əˈvɔɪd ns /


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In ecologically sensitive parts of the park, called “avoidance areas,” a “Natural Resource Advisor must be consulted during wildfire suppression planning and response.”

From Los Angeles Times

Pathomrit explained that she integrates case management into her therapy sessions because many clients with depression, trauma or avoidance behaviors may struggle to maintain relationships with case managers or follow through on referrals.

From Los Angeles Times

Rowan "presents completely differently to Holly" and has pathological demand avoidance which means his "nervous system's response to any demand is to see it as a threat".

From BBC

In New York, the disposable income of families could increase by up to $1.9 billion due to the avoidance of child care costs.

From Salon

Tour operators and hotels report rising demand outside traditional windows, a trend partly driven by climate, cost and crowd avoidance but also by demographics.

From MarketWatch