1
as in evading
to get or keep away from (as a responsibility) through cleverness or trickery
trying to avoid writing thank-you notes for the gifts he didn't like
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as in abolishing
to put an end to by formal action
asked the court to avoid the contract because it was signed under duress
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Recent Examples of avoiding
Holland's not quite sure why so many in his generation are avoiding alcohol.
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Charles Trepany, USA Today, 1 May 2026
Nia has no interest at all in talking to them or even a strategy for avoiding them.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 30 Apr. 2026
Simple precautions such as hand washing and avoiding kissing birds can reduce the risk of infection from backyard flocks.
—Jonel Aleccia, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
But experts say more vessels are leaving than entering, indicating that shipping operators are mitigating risks by avoiding the area entirely and reallocating flows.
—Henrik Pettersson, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2026
Measuring just several tens of cubic millimeters, the new microbattery eliminates many of the safety risks associated with traditional lithium-ion batteries (Li-ion), such as swelling, leakage, and overheating, by avoiding liquid electrolytes.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 29 Apr. 2026
During the busy summer months, McKee and Neville recommend avoiding the busy Nisqually entrance.
—Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026
The court found that his stay in a hospital suite was a violation of procedures, as his medical conditions were not serious enough to justify avoiding prison facilities.
—ABC News, 29 Apr. 2026
Perez said long-term solutions include avoiding terrible real estate deals like the city’s purchase nearly a decade ago of a downtown office building on Ash Street that was filled with asbestos.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Apr. 2026
Charles Trepany, USA Today, 1 May 2026
Nia has no interest at all in talking to them or even a strategy for avoiding them.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 30 Apr. 2026
Simple precautions such as hand washing and avoiding kissing birds can reduce the risk of infection from backyard flocks.
—Jonel Aleccia, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026
But experts say more vessels are leaving than entering, indicating that shipping operators are mitigating risks by avoiding the area entirely and reallocating flows.
—Henrik Pettersson, CNN Money, 29 Apr. 2026
Measuring just several tens of cubic millimeters, the new microbattery eliminates many of the safety risks associated with traditional lithium-ion batteries (Li-ion), such as swelling, leakage, and overheating, by avoiding liquid electrolytes.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 29 Apr. 2026
During the busy summer months, McKee and Neville recommend avoiding the busy Nisqually entrance.
—Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 29 Apr. 2026
The court found that his stay in a hospital suite was a violation of procedures, as his medical conditions were not serious enough to justify avoiding prison facilities.
—ABC News, 29 Apr. 2026
Perez said long-term solutions include avoiding terrible real estate deals like the city’s purchase nearly a decade ago of a downtown office building on Ash Street that was filled with asbestos.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for avoiding
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Jones faces charges for property theft, money laundering and evading arrest, the release stated.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Apr. 2026
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Poole was arrested by the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office Fugitive Unit on May 31, 2024, after spending months evading law enforcement.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Jonathan Ruhe, fellow for American strategy at JINSA, echoed Stricker on the importance of abolishing the Iranian enrichment program.—
Benjamin Weinthal,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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Abdul El-Sayed is gaining momentum in a divisive three-way Democratic primary with an uncompromising argument for clarity on progressive priorities — Medicare for All, abolishing ICE, and ending US military aid to Israel.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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Together, these mechanisms prevent the battery’s active materials from degrading or from escaping across the membrane, thereby ensuring long-term stability.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
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Prosecutors have charged the 26-year-old Talley with murder, attempted murder and escaping from police, among other charges.—
Caroline Kubzansky,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
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The Social Security Administration’s actuaries have found repealing the retirement earnings test will ultimately reduce trust fund costs, Adcock said.—
Lorie Konish,
CNBC,
27 Apr. 2026
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That showed again how poorly the Legislature served the voters by repealing Florida’s runoff primary 21 years ago.—
Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
24 Apr. 2026
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They were not swayed by studies showing most adults on Medicaid already work or go to school or have health conditions preventing them from doing so.—
Phil Galewitz,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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The run production has been absolutely abysmal, and while each element of the game — hitting, starting pitching, relief pitching, and defense — has held the Mets back at some point or another, an inability to drive in runs has been preventing wins.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
28 Apr. 2026
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Three more school districts are canceling classes Friday due to a high number of teachers who plan to participate in a march for higher school funding in Raleigh.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
29 Apr. 2026
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Last July, Colbert announced that CBS was canceling his show as of May 2026.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
29 Apr. 2026
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The town of Vernon is on the hunt for those dodging local taxes by keeping cars, trucks and trailers registered in other towns or states.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
24 Apr. 2026
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Applegate, 54, spoke out on Instagram after dodging speculation she was hospitalized.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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Garcia Torres’ appellate attorney who secured the ruling overturning the conviction also did not respond to messages seeking comment.—
Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Election law experts contend that the scenario of Republicans successfully overturning election results is unlikely, with legal remedies available to prevent stalling and ensure certification of results by January 3 when the new Congress convenes.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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“Avoiding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/avoiding. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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