ward off

verb

warded off; warding off; wards off

: to avoid being hit by (something)

ward off a blow

—often used figuratively

I tried different remedies to ward off a cold.

Examples of ward off in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Part of my strategy for warding off would-be pickpockets is investing in accessories with anti-theft design details. — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 23 Aug. 2026

Wearing a pair of shorts made with breathable and sweat-wicking fabric can minimize this discomfort and ward off chafing. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2026

Smart design, strong leadership, and political support can ward off this effect, but diminishing returns over time is inevitable. — Jennifer Pahlka, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2026

The mall’s survival amid the community’s devastation was not without controversy given Caruso’s use of private firefighters to ward off the flames. — Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2026

Rhymes for ward off

• ashraf
• checkoff
• cutoff
• falloff
• handoff
• kickoff
• layoff
• liftoff
• markoff
• markov
• payoff
• playoff