averse to
Example Sentences
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Hinge is promoting it with video trailers and cross-posting the text to Substack for those averse to the audiobook form.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026
Ellis, a sweet guy not averse to skimming a little off the top when dealing with moneyed customers — it’s a summer getaway for the rich — takes an immediate shine to Annie.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2026
When it comes to industrial relations, Egan said she felt her union had previously been "a bit risk averse to taking action".
From BBC ● Jun. 15, 2026
I’ve long been averse to the world of parenting advice.
From Slate ● May 10, 2026
My father’s age rendered him extremely averse to delay.
From "Frankenstein" by Mary Shelley
