stave off

Example Sentences

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Now, concerns have grown that the country may not be able to stave off another economic crisis.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

The enemy will likely take his words seriously and prepare to stave off his threats.

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026

The danger is that the infected body cannot stave off fever, headaches or other basic illnesses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

Last year, Ebrard noted, Mexico managed to stave off Trump’s threats to impose a 25% across-the-board levy on all Mexican imports.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

I lie on the black rubber cot and close my eyes, trying to stave off the nausea.

From "How It Went Down" by Kekla Magoon