eschewal

noun

Definition of eschewalnext
as in escape
the act or a means of getting or keeping away from something undesirable a candidate who is to be admired for her eschewal of pat answers and quick fixes

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  1. escape
  2. avoidance
  3. evasion
Noun
  • For the quintessential mountain escape, book one of the Superior Rooms with a real stone wood-burning fireplace and private porch.
    — Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 20 July 2026
  • On December 5th, five days before the ceremony, Machado’s team got in touch with Stern, who agreed to facilitate an escape.
    — Stephania Taladrid, New Yorker, 20 July 2026
Definition of escape
Noun
  • His mobility has long been an asset in sack avoidance, though even that has seen a dip in effectiveness over the past two years.
    — Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026
  • In total, Patriotic Millionaires UK and fellow advocacy group Tax Justice UK outline 10 tax reforms and closed loopholes, including strengthening inheritance taxes and cracking down on offshore tax avoidance.
    — Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 24 July 2026
Definition of avoidance
Noun
  • Money laundering and sanctions evasion would continue unhindered.
    — Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 18 July 2026
  • Taxes can reduce private demand, distort behavior and invite evasion.
    — Teresa Ghilarducci, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
Definition of evasion
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