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obviation

NOUN
prevention
Synonyms
STRONG
avoidance blockage determent deterrence forestalling halt hindrance impediment inhibitor interception interruption obstacle obstruction preclusion prohibition stoppage thwarting
WEAK
deterence forestallment
Antonyms
STRONG
aid assistance clearance continuation go help promotion start support

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Dresses, she said, owe at least some of their formidable staying power to their forgiving shapes, unfussy construction and obviation of caked-on accessories or cumbersome layering.

From New York Times • Jul. 20, 2011

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